A data breach is an incident where secure, sensitive and confidential information is accessed and exposed to an unauthorized third party. Data breaches can occur due to various cyber attacks, such as; hacking, malware attacks, loss or theft of physical devices, insider attacks, payment card fraud, unintended disclosure and so on. These stolen data from […]
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This month focuses on a campaign exploiting vulnerable Chrome browser extensions to steal user credentials, the SpyLoan Malware affecting over 8 Million Android Users, and the rise of Lumma Stealer. Millions of User Data Stolen in New Campaign Targeting Vulnerable Chrome Extensions Cybersecurity experts are warning about a new cyberattack vector involving counterfeit CAPTCHA tests
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This month focuses on INTERPOL and AFRIPOLs cybercrime bust, Gmails New Shielded Email feature, and Microsofts AI, Cloud, and ERP security vulnerabilities. INTERPOL and AFRIPOL Team Up to Bust Major African Cybercrime Ring An INTERPOL-led operation, named Operation Serengeti, from September 2 to October 31, 2024, resulted in the arrest of 1,006 suspects across 19
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The next decade is predicted to be Sub-Saharan Africa’s digital decade, whereby half of the population will gain access to the internet, thereby unlocking opportunities for growth and development. Google’s financial commitment is a step in the right direction to enhance connectivity, drive innovation and support local entrepreneurs across the continent.
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Microsoft warns of cyberattacks leveraging trusted file hosting services like SharePoint, OneDrive, and Dropbox to evade detection and complicate attribution.
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Different individual attackers and groups are responsible for watering hole attack. Governments, criminal organizations, and activist groups are perpetrators of this attack. They do this for financial gain, political or ideological motivation, intellectual property theft, personal gain, disruption of operations, Surveillance and so on.
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Updates often include optimisations, helping your device or application run more efficiently.
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Phishing is a type of scam where attackers send fake emails or set up fake websites to trick people into sharing personal information, such as passwords or bank details. These emails often contain links or attachments that can infect your device with malware or lead you to a fake site designed to steal your information.
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At the same time, across the globe, tools designed for social justice organizations are emerging as vital resources for building digital resilience and protecting activists, civil society groups, and marginalized communities
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Both individuals and businesses rely on their digital assets to store sensitive information and access important services. Relying solely on a username and password is not enough protection. Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated, finding new ways to hack into accounts by cracking passwords or using phishing attacks.
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