by Speedinet | Nov 6, 2023 | Information security, Karl Blom, Laone Setshedi, News, ransomware, Sections, Webber Wentzel
Cybersecurity has taken centre stage in South African business, and it’s no surprise given the prevalence of ransomware attacks. by admin | Nov 3, 2023 | Boeing, cyberattack, LockBit, News, ransomware, Security News
Boeing, the aeroplane manufacturer and defence and space contractor, yesterday announced that it was investigating a “cyber incident” five days after ransomware group LockBit announced it had gained access to the company’s systems. The cybercriminal group made the... by admin | Sep 2, 2023 | Cryptocurrencies, hackers, News, ransomware, Security News, The Conversation
In May 2023, the Dallas City Government was hugely disrupted by a ransomware attack. Ransomware attacks are so-called because the hackers behind them encrypt vital data and demand a ransom in order to get the information decrypted. The attack in Dallas put a halt to... by admin | Jun 2, 2023 | Business, News, ransomware, Security, South Africa, Stuff Guides
In today’s digital landscape, where data is the lifeblood of business, businesses face an ever-increasing threat: ransomware. These sneaky but super-effective cyberattacks can paralyse businesses completely, locking away valuable data and demanding hefty ransoms for... by admin | Feb 7, 2023 | Internet News, internet outage, News, ransomware, RSAWEB, Security News
Internet service provider RSAWeb has confirmed that the major network disruption it faced last week – and is still dealing with today – was caused by a “highly sophisticated cyberattack”. That’s according to a MyBroadband report which cites a letter from RSAWeb CEO... by admin | Jan 26, 2023 | Columns, cyber crime, Dark Web, Kaspersky, News, ransomware
How much do you think access to your company is worth? More specifically, how much does it cost to break into your company? Just $2,100 (R36,000) in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META) region says cybersecurity firm Kaspersky, reaching $4,000 (R70,000)...