In this bumper collection of tips and advice, our team has covered a host of topics, such as: sticking with trusted shopping websites with a good reputation; paying attention to user reviews; avoiding the temptation to fall for the fancy ads in social media; being mindful of outdated advice; and many more!
Online safety involves adopting practices that minimize the risks and dangers of using the internet in our daily lives. As the number of internet users continues to rise, so do concerns about online security. Safeguarding personal information, preventing identity theft, and avoiding online scams are key to maintaining a secure digital presence. By staying informed and practicing smart online habits, you can enjoy all the internet has to offer while staying protected. Here are 10 expert tips to help you stay safe.
Each year, the holiday shopping season seems to sneak up on us — but for online criminals, it’s a carefully planned opportunity. Today, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are no longer just about finding great deals; they’ve also become prime time for online shopping scams.
Scam calls are a form of fraud that is used to get access to your personal information, such as pass-words, bank account details, and other confidential material you do not want to get into the wrong hands.
Amazon is a convenient, widely used service that offers fast shipping and a variety of products. Unfortunately, because of its broad audience, criminals utilize Amazon and its likeness in scams and phishing attacks.
SABS cyber attack
According to a recent article published by Engineering News, a cyber attack at SABS caused critical IT systems to go down, this was due to ransomware.
ICAO and Cell C cyber attack
According to a recent article published by Search Inform, the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) and Cell C companies fell victim to “data related incident”.
SA Threats 2025
According to a recent article published by Daily Investor, a new report found that the biggest threats in SA for 2025 are data breaches and ransomware.
Malware exploits Microsoft Graph API for Windows and Linux
According to a recent article by TheHackerNews, FINALDRAFT malware is capable of granting remote access to infected hosts and is targeting the foreign ministry of an unnamed South American nation.
Nvidia exploit bypass
According to a recent article by TheHackerNews, researchers have found a new exploit bypass to the recently patched container toolkit vulnerability at Nvidia.
Apple’s zero-day vulnerability exploited
According to a recent article by TechTarget, attackers have exploited a zero-day vulnerability affecting iOS devices that can disable Apple’s USB Restricted
Be sure to consider some of the cyber threats out there and consider these tips for protecting yourself and your devices. Until our next mailer, you can check out all the great resources we have available on our website.
