One Channel Namibia warns of serious gap in security

Ericom Shield for Secure Browsing Defends Users and Businesses Against Ransomware and Other Malware Attacks

When it comes to mobile devices, things are getting more personal, including attacks. Contact lists, emails and text messages are just the tip of what people keep on their devices.

Surveys, expert insight confirm route of infection and sophistication of attacks continues to increase.

Steven Cohen writes that concerns regarding malware, compliance and security are probably the first on the list but are not the only point of hesitation.

Dr. Rutendo Hwindingwi recommends that Kenyan companies look towards cloud applications as one means of improving the security of their IT environments.

The country ranked 22nd on Check Point's list of countries most targeted by cybercriminals in January 2016, from 67th in December.

Aside from Trojans, Ransomware was the most common form of cyberattack throughout the year, claims Panda Security report.

Mobile malware is on the increase and the purpose of almost all of it is to generate income for cybercriminals. Some malware can monitor devices for banking transactions, gathering sensitive details like passwords and account numbers.

Kaspersky Lab, B2B International study suggests one in three attacks result in money loss.

The reality behind explosion in new malware and the threat this represents.

?Without a means to prevent this, your machine is operating with an "open door" policy.