The role of artificial intelligence in modern antivirus software
Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the way antivirus software works. Traditional antivirus software relied on signature-based detection to identify malware, but as malware evolved, this approach became less effective. In contrast, AI-powered antivirus software uses machine learning algorithms to detect and block malware in real-time. Zero-day attacks One of the key advantages of AI-powered antivirus […]
5 Benefits of POPIA compliance for South African businesses
Complying with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) can bring several benefits for South African businesses, including enhanced data security, improved customer trust and loyalty, and reduced legal and financial risks. POPIA compliance can also help businesses avoid reputational damage resulting from data breaches and ensure they are prepared for future changes in data […]
Ferrari hit by ransomware attack – customer details exposed
A message sent to Ferrari owners and customers said the luxury sports car manufacturers was aware of a data breach and will work hard to rebuild trust. The message stated that the cybercriminal was able to access a limited number of systems in Ferrari’s IT environment during March 2023. “As part of this incident, certain […]
SA businesses have a duty of care to protect themselves and clients from phishing
Cybersecurity threats are continuously on the increase, with 96% of phishing attacks delivered by email. A successful phishing attack leaves two victims in its wake: the person who falls for the requests or promises of the perpetrator and the company whose domain has been compromised. Victim or not, a recent South African court judgement found […]
A disaster recovery solution is essential for survival in high stage loadshedding.
IT backup systems and solar/inverters may not be quite enough when financial institutions like investment managers, fund administrators and other service providers need to restore at lightning speed! Given the realities of an escalating Eskom crisis, confirmed by warnings from its former CEO, Andre de Ruyter, we will be needing all the help we can […]
Do’s and don’ts of cloud backup
Cloud backup has become an essential aspect of data protection for many organisations, as it provides an easy and secure way to back up data to the cloud and restore it in case of a disaster. However, while cloud backup can provide many benefits, it also comes with its own set of do’s and don’ts […]
Cybersecurity predictions for 2023
As we look ahead to 2023, there are several key trends we can expect to see in the cybersecurity industry. Some of these include: Continued focus on remote working With more and more companies allowing employees to work remotely, we can expect to see a continued focus on solutions that enable secure remote access and […]
DRaaS: What and Why?
Disaster recovery has always been an important consideration for businesses of all sizes. With the growing reliance on technology, the need for a comprehensive disaster recovery plan has become even more pressing. One solution that has gained popularity in recent years is Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS). DRaaS is a cloud-based solution that provides businesses […]
