As for Q2 2022, ransomware remains one of the main threats towards information security, and the META region is not an exception. One of the most notable cases includes attacks on Shoprite, the largest retail chain in Africa. Other examples of aggravating situation with ransomware in the region, include attacksRead More…
In line with the trend for the cross-platform ransomware, Kaspersky has discovered new ransomware gangs that learned to adapt their malware to different operating systems at the same time – and therefore cause damage to more organizations. The recent investigation by Kaspersky experts uncovered the activity of RedAlert and MonsterRead More…
Kaspersky (www.Kaspersky.co.za) analysis has revealed that attacks related to data loss threats (phishing and scams/social engineering) increased significantly in Africa in Q2 2022 in comparison with the previous quarter. The company’s security solutions detected 10,722,886 phishing attacks in Africa in Q2. Kenyan users were influenced the most by this typeRead More…
Kaspersky has updated its Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) product for enterprises with mature IT security processes. The newly-named Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Expert delivers advanced APT-like attack protection functions. Its investigation and response capabilities are enhanced with automatic merging of alerts into incidents, YARA rules-based scanning, and APIRead More…
TinyCheck is a unique, innovative tool designed to detect stalkerware on mobile devices. Today, Kaspersky unveiled a new hub dedicated to TinyCheck, highlighting its latest developments and changes to how it can be used. The website will also help further consolidate the community of stakeholders engaged in the development ofRead More…
Kaspersky reported today that the company has managed to increase its sales increased by 20% in the Middle East, while its B2B business grew by 24% during the same period. The company also achieved significant growth in the enterprise sales (+29%), as well as in SMB segment (12%). Read More…
Kaspersky has announced that it has added Saudi Arabia to its ever-expanding worldwide network of offices. Operating in 200 countries and territories with 34 offices in more than 30 countries. The new office will be located in Riyadh.Read More…
Kaspersky’s new patented blockchain technology eases the data management process and ensures the lawful sending and processing of information. It also guarantees authentication reliability of parties involved during data transfers and ensures information confidentiality. The US Patent and Trademark Office issued a patent (US 20210021577 A1) for this technology onRead More…
Kaspersky announce its participation at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona from February 28 to March 3, 2022. The company will bring its Cyber Immunity vision to the IoT community and present its complete portfolio of consumer cybersecurity technologies for the mobile industryRead More…
Kaspersky has released a new, story-rich, mobile cybersecurity quest titled [Dis]connected. The interactive adventure is a dive into the daily routine of a person in the near future who is on a quest to maintain a healthy work-life balance and be successful in both their career and relationships.Read More…
Dubbed “PseudoManuscrypt” for its similarities with the advanced persistent threat (APT) group Lazarus’ Manuscrypt malware, this new malware contains advanced spying capabilities and has been seen targeting both government organizations and industrial control systems (ICS) across numerous industries. Read More…
Kaspersky EDR has achieved the highest AAA award in SE Labs’ Enterprise Advanced Security test (previously known as Breach Response Test). The solution was noted for its ability to detect complex targeted attacks, track malicious behavior from the beginning to the end of an attack and generate no false positiveRead More…
