Cyber Security
Critical updates and advice on protecting against evolving cyber security threats and breaches across the globe.
- How To/ Explained
The Hidden Dangers of QR Codes: How Cybercriminals Are Exploiting This Convenient Technology
QR codes enable cybercriminals to steal data through phishing, malware downloads, payment fraud, and unsafe network connections requiring user caution.
- Interesting Reads
Africa’s Growing Vulnerability: How Complacency Exposes the Continent to Rising Cyber Threats
Africa faces escalating cyber threats as criminals exploit the continent's rapid digital transformation. With only 9 out of 54 African…
- News
Sophos Adds Internal Attack Surface Management to Managed Risk: What It Means for Enterprise Security
Sophos has integrated Internal Attack Surface Management (IASM) into its Managed Risk service, giving organisations a single view of both…
- News
I&M Bank Partners with ThetaRay to Deploy Cutting-Edge AI Financial Crime Compliance Platform Across East Africa
I&M Bank partners with ThetaRay to deploy AI-powered AML compliance platform across East Africa, transforming financial crime detection.
- Business
Ransomware Payments Hit $1M Median, But Sophos Report Shows Negotiation is Key to Lowering Costs
Sophos' 2025 ransomware report shows a $1M median payment, but reveals how successful negotiation is lowering costs for businesses.
- News
Kenya’s Digital Economy Under Siege: Why Agile Cybersecurity Frameworks Are Critical for Business Survival
Kenya's digital economy faces rising cyber threats. Learn how agile cybersecurity frameworks can protect businesses from attacks like those on…
- News
Genetec Champions Unified Security as Catalyst for East Africa’s Development
Genetec launches unified security solutions in East Africa, hosting inaugural symposium to support regional development through integrated technology platforms.
- News
Version Sophos Firewall v21.5 now includes Sophos NDR-Essential and brings several improvements to simplify daily management
Sophos Firewall v21.5 adds free NDR Essential with AI threat detection, EntraID integration, enhanced VPN capabilities, and improved management features.
- News
Airtel Is Now Blocking “Dangerous” Websites in India — Is Africa Next?
Imagine trying to buy a hoodie online and instead being told the website is dangerous and blocked “for your safety.”…
- News
U.S. FCC Boots Chinese-Controlled Test Labs from Device Approval Process
In a decisive move to safeguard America’s communications infrastructure, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has officially barred labs and…
- Business
Sophos Launches MSP Elevate to Supercharge Cybersecurity Offerings for Service Providers
Sophos launches MSP Elevate, a comprehensive program empowering managed service providers with premium cybersecurity tools and business growth incentives.
- Opinion
AI Won’t Save You: Why Cybersecurity Still Needs a Human First Approach
AI enhances cybersecurity but also empowers cybercriminals; careful, transparent, and human-first adoption is essential to avoid unintended security risks.
- News
Smartphones and NFC: The Rising Threat of Tag Tampering as Mobile Wallets Take Over
NFC tag tampering is a growing cybersecurity risk as mobile wallets go mainstream—here’s how users and businesses can stay protected.
- News
Fake Software Sites Spreading Dangerous TookPS Trojan, Experts Warn
Hackers spread TookPS malware via fake software sites, targeting users with backdoors for remote access under popular brand disguises.
- News
Mart Networks Expands Cybersecurity Portfolio in Africa Through Strategic Partnership with Infopercept
Mart Networks partners with Infopercept to distribute advanced cybersecurity platforms in Africa, focusing on threat exposure management and compliance solutions.
