Positive Technologies analysed threats to information security in the Middle East, discovering a significant increase in cyberattacks on critical IT infrastructure from 2022-2023. Most of these were targeted attacks, and the most frequently affected organisations were government institutions. Ransomware attacks are skyrocketing. According to Positive Technologies’ cybersecurity threatscape report, MiddleRead More…

Kaspersky has unearthed a phishing campaign targeting cryptocurrency users across the globe. The scheme showcases the ever-evolving tactics used by cybercriminals, reflecting cryptocurrency’s increasing appeal. During the spring of 2023 alone, Kaspersky’s solutions detected and thwarted over 85,000 scam emails, encompassing both hot and cold wallets. Kaspersky provides an in-depthRead More…

As the global community recently commemorated the United Nations’ ‘Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day’ on June 27, Kaspersky is calling on SMEs across Africa to rethink their approach to cybersecurity. Whether a tech startup, small bakery, or a plumber, SMEs are reliant on either a computer or smartphone forRead More…

Kaspersky researchers have identified a new and ongoing malware campaign that capitalizes on the increasing popularity of the ChatGPT AI chatbot. Cybercriminals are distributing the malware via Facebook communities, offering a fake desktop version of ChatGPT. Instead of the bot, users receive a Trojan dubbed Fobo, that steals sensitive information,Read More…

Yahoo climbed 23 places in Q4 2022 according to Check Point Research Check Point Research (CPR) has published its Brand Phishing Report for Q4 2022. The report highlights the brands that were most frequently imitated by cybercriminals in their attempts to steal individuals’ personal information or payment credentials during October,Read More…

Recently, FortiGuard Labs provided evidentiary support to INTERPOL and African Member countries as part of the Africa Cyber Surge Operation (ASCO) to help detect, investigate, and disrupt cybercrime through coordinated law enforcement activities, utilizing INTERPOL platforms, tools, and channels in close cooperation with AFRIPOL. The ACSO is a multinational cybercrimeRead More…