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The Silent Epidemic of South African Cyber Breaches

The Silent Epidemic of South African Cyber Breaches

South Africa faces rising cyberattacks, exposing flaws in security and response systems. Organisations must enhance protection, adopt proactive measures, and shift culture. CEOs must lead and invest in robust strategies to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats.

How Poor Endpoint Management Triggered Breaches at Telefónica and CellC

How Poor Endpoint Management Triggered Breaches at Telefónica and CellC

Recent breaches at Telefónica and Cell C highlight critical endpoint management failures, enabling ransomware attacks and data leaks. Weak phishing defenses, poor patch management, and insufficient monitoring exposed vulnerabilities.

YouTube and Social Media Fuel Info-Stealer Threat: Why Corporate Email Accounts Should Never Be Used for Private Use

YouTube and Social Media Fuel Info-Stealer Threat: Why Corporate Email Accounts Should Never Be Used for Private Use

Attackers spread info stealers via phishing emails and fake installers on YouTube and social media, often impersonating trusted brands and using encrypted files. Trend Micro warns of malware hidden in pirated software and phishing links.

Cybersecurity Gaps: Phishing Emails

Cybersecurity Gaps: Phishing Emails

South Africa faces severe phishing threats due to poor endpoint security, causing financial damages. Ransomware groups like Scattered Spider exploit these weaknesses, highlighting the need for stronger cyber defenses.

South Africa’s Cyber Security Crisis - "Grow up & face reality"

South Africa’s Cyber Security Crisis - "Grow up & face reality"

South Africa’s cybersecurity approach is reactive, risking data and trust. Denials and late disclosures worsen harm. TFI urges openness, moral responsibility, and proactive defences to protect clients, not just reputations, from evolving cyber threats.

Salt Typhoon: The Unraveling of a Global Cybersecurity Catastrophe

Salt Typhoon: The Unraveling of a Global Cybersecurity Catastrophe

Salt Typhoon, a Chinese state-backed hacking group, infiltrated global telecom operators, accessing sensitive data and wiretap systems. This breach, deemed the worst in telecom history, underscores significant vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure.

Ransomware Threat Grips Pick n Pay: Attackers Set Ultimatum for Critical Data Release

Ransomware Threat Grips Pick n Pay: Attackers Set Ultimatum for Critical Data Release

Pick n Pay faces a ransomware demand from the BASHE group after suspicious online activity in December 2024. Attackers claim to have accessed vital data and set a 14 January 2025 deadline.