Digital Fraud Hits 1 in 3 South Africans
If you think that financial fraud in the digital world only happens to other people in South Africa, think again. One in every three South Africans has experienced digital fraud, and you could be next. The explosion in generative AI has enabled a drastic launch of new and improved fraud attacks that are often almost […]
Infostealer Malware Infects Millions of Devices
Malware designers have evolved beyond their initial simplicity, becoming more devious in their abilities to access your personal data. Gone are the days of attempting to hack into corporate systems; they are finding it a lot more lucrative to go after private individuals. This malware is of particular interest to those in South Africa as […]
Ransomware in South Africa: Response & Protection Guide 2026
The largest problem regarding ransomware in South Africa is that a majority of organisations have taken little or no steps to be proactive against these attacks.
South Africa Facing Continued Financial Fraud Crime Wave
One only has to read the daily newsfeeds to see how drastic digital financial crime is around the world. South Africa is particularly vulnerable. It’s been reported that around 70% of South Africans have been victims of some form of cybercrime as compared to the global rate of 50%. South Africa has not only maintained […]
SIM Pharm Cyber crime Escalates in South Africa
Just when you thought there couldn’t be another type of cyber thief, they develop new and devious methods to steal valuable information and finances. Over the last few yearsthere has been an uptick in “SIM pharm” crimes. This form of crime has encompassed avariety of scams including theft of banking credentials, impersonation, investment fraud,and online […]
