Victims of Cybercrime that create their own demise
One of the most successful actions that cyber threat actors have historically taken is in the use of “phishing” while misrepresenting themselves and convincing people to give up their logins, passwords and/or control of their device. The problem with this is that the users volunteer their information and therefore the breach can’t be prosecuted. Anydesk […]
Mobile Cybercrime in South Africa
Cybercrime can be defined as “criminal activities carried out by means of computers or the Internet.” With the growing use of smartphones, mobile devices have become an integral part of this definition, significantly expanding the scope of potential cyber threats. Recent Incidents of Mobile Cybercrime In a notable case, twelve people were recently arrested in […]
Stalking via social media aka Cyberstalking
Stalking via Social Media aka Cyberstalking The mere term “stalking” usually sends a chill down the spine. While in-person stalking might be scary, cyberstalking via social media takes on a whole new problematic level. The internet has given people a far too relaxed attitude regarding sharing personal information and this opens the doors for those […]
Fraud Investment Scams That Appear Legitimate
With the advent of the internet there have been an abundance of investment scams, each one offering that glimmer of hope to increase a bank account or an offer to get-rich-quick
Evolving SMS Stealer Poses Global Threat to Android Users
Discover how 2,600 Telegram bots have been stealing your passwords and data for over two years! A sophisticated malware, with over 107,000 variations, has been targeting Android devices for more than two years, stealing SMS messages to capture one-time passwords (OTPs) and other sensitive user data. This malware, known as “SMS Stealer,” has been disseminated […]
