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Tag: Hacking

Phishing for the big fish: Why employers should think like a hacker

August 21, 2018

By Staff writer

Companies have increasingly been victims of cyber crime, which can prove expensive and detrimental to reputation. One way to mitigate against this risk, DeltaNet’s Darren Hockley suggests, is to think like a hacker.

The rise of ethical hacking and chasing down bug bounties

August 17, 2018

By Letitia Booty

It is possible to make an ethical career out of being a hacker and in fact the demand for these kinds of jobs is on the rise.

Dawn of the robot CEO: Are we making it easier for cybercriminals?

April 12, 2018

By Staff writer

At a conference in China, Alibaba CEO Jack Ma proclaimed we are just decades away from a robot CEO revolution. He backed that claim up shortly after via a television interview with CNN, predicting that, in 30 years, a robot would grace the cover of Time Magazine.

Uber paid hackers to hide a massive data breach

November 22, 2017

By Shane Schutte

Uber knew it was the victim of a data breach in October 2016, but made no move to notify the proper authorities. Those whose personal details, the likes of names and email addresses, were snatched, weren’t made aware either.

Wash your hands: Four steps for providing your business a cyber-safe summer

August 2, 2017

By Staff writer

It’s summertime! Which also means it’s a time for family, fun and travel. The chances are, you?ll be taking your laptop wherever you go, and of course, you?ll be taking your smartphone do not forget to be cyber-safe.

The National Cyber Security Centre: What does this really mean for SMEs?

May 22, 2017

By Staff writer

Organisations are only as strong as their weakest link. The National Cyber Security Centre must ensure companies develop a strategy to equip their IT teams.

The EU GDPR: How businesses can start tackling the issue head on

May 18, 2017

By Staff writer

It may seem overwhelming, but tackling the EU GDPR strategically and logically will make the task more manageable for businesses.

What SMEs can learn from black ops tactics about secrecy and data security

March 27, 2017

By Staff writer

Warning. Restricted area. Deadly force authorised:”This is the black ops sign that greets visitors to Area 51 the top-secret US military base deep in the Nevada desert made famous by the TV series The X-Files.

How SMEs can prepare for IoT attacks

March 16, 2017

By Staff writer

Businesses globally, regardless of size and industry, rely on the internet for day-to-day activity but IoT attacks (Internet of Things) present a real threat to SMEs as well as large firms.

Being hacked is a beautiful thing

March 9, 2017

By Staff writer

Last week, a beautiful thing happened as I found my LinkedIn account being hacked.

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