South African treasury among targets in global Microsoft SharePoint exploit
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em 24/07/2025
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A wave of cyberattacks exploiting a Microsoft SharePoint flaw has impacted around 400 organizations worldwide, including government bodies, companies, and a university in South Africa....
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Kaspersky reports APT41 cyber-espionage targeting Southern Africa
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em 22/07/2025
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The primary goal of the attack was cyber espionage, which is typical for this threat actor. The attackers attempted to collect sensitive data from the machines they compromised within the organisation’s network....
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Scan or Scam? Kaspersky experts warn of the risks hidden behind QR codes
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em 15/07/2025
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People use them to open websites, download apps, collect loyalty programme points, make payments and transfer money, and even for charity donations...
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Creatio Partners with HakTrak
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em 15/07/2025
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HakTrak to deliver Creatio’s AI-native no-code platform to help secure and modernize critical operations across the region
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Kaspersky uncovers $500K crypto heist through malicious packages
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em 11/07/2025
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Kaspersky GReAT (Global Research and Analysis Team) experts have discovered open-source packages that download the Quasar backdoor and a stealer designed to exfiltrate cryptocurrency. The malicious packages are intended for the Cursor development environm...
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Durban Developer launches accessible AI Platform via Email
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em 10/07/2025
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Created in Durban, the platform enables users to access AI tools through email, no apps, credit cards, or fast internet required. Siza supports education, legal guidance, and business needs in multiple African languages....
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Ransomware surge: South African companies face soaring demands and steeper recovery costs
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em 07/07/2025
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A new report reveals that ransom demands in South Africa have skyrocketed, with organizations paying the price in more ways than one. As cybercriminals become more sophisticated, the country grapples with growing encryption rates, skill shortages, and vul...
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Liquid C2 advances cybersecurity capabilities across Africa with enhanced Sophos partnership
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em 01/07/2025
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Technology company achieves Platinum Partner status with global cybersecurity leader, expanding managed services across the continent...
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VALR and MoonPay partner to enhance global crypto access
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em 01/07/2025
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With a user base exceeding 1.3 million and over 1,300 corporate and institutional clients, VALR continues to lead the development of a more inclusive global financial system....
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Telkom launches free AI and ICT training to empower South African youth
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em 19/06/2025
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Delivered in partnership with Netcampus Group and Microsoft, this initiative is designed to equip 100,000 South Africans aged 13 and older with critical skills needed to thrive in the 21st-century economy. ...
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A targeted attack mimics communication from company CEO to steal funds
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em 05/06/2025
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Over the last few weeks, Kaspersky detected a series of sophisticated attack attempts aimed at deceiving an organisation’s finance team into paying fraudulent invoices. ...
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Mimecast strengthens SA channel with First Distribution partnership
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em 19/05/2025
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This partnership represents a shared commitment to innovation and growth, equipping South Africa’s resellers with the capabilities they need to lead. ...
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Cyberattacks using family-favourite brands rise by 38% over past year
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em 15/05/2025
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Ahead of the International Day of Families, observed on May 15, Kaspersky experts analysed cyberthreats that use popular family-focused brands, such as Disney, LEGO, Toca Boca and others as bait. The research, based on selected keywords monitoring, reveal...
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Tether announces QVAC development platform for decentralized AI agents on user devices
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em 14/05/2025
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Tether introduced QVAC, a platform enabling AI agents to operate on personal devices, with initial applications including translation and health tracking that process data locally rather than in the cloud....
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BeyondTrust Report: Microsoft vulnerabilities hit record high in 12th annual study
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em 14/05/2025
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Total vulnerabilities reached an all-time high of 1,360 in 2024, an 11% increase from the previous record of 1,292 in 2022...
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AI and Cybersecurity: South Africa’s Next Battleground
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Boland Lithebe, Security lead for Accenture, Africa
em 07/05/2025
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Veeam Report: 70% of grgs still face cyber-attacks despite better defense
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em 26/04/2025
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As cyber threats continue to evolve, new Veeam research highlights alarming recovery rates and emphasizes the urgent need for robust data resilience strategies
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Commvault appoints Ha Hoang as its new global CIO
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em 16/03/2025
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Hoang’s business transformation and cloud solutions expertise to help drive Commvault’s growth strategy in cyber resilience
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South Africa emerges as cybercrime hotspot
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em 14/03/2025
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New report reveals SA is the top target in Africa for ransomware and infostealer attacks, as cybercriminals shift towards high-value victims....
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Kaspersky and Smart Africa forge strategic partnership to bolster cybersecurity
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em 13/03/2025
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This partnership reflects Kaspersky’s commitment to a collaborative approach in creating a more safe and secure digital space by building strategic partnerships helping to enhance efforts aimed at boosting the global cyber resilience. ...
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