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Huge spike in ransomware attacks calls for adoption of BaaS solutions

Backup as a service lets enterprises buy backup and recovery services from cloud-based providers, instead of building and maintaining in-house data backup solutions, says Kate Mollett, regional director at Commvault SA.

12 Apr

Ransomware increasingly targets SA orgs

Most companies are not allocating appropriate resources to cyber security, says Nclose.

7 Apr

Ransomware exploits inter-departmental gaps to bring business down

A GlassHouse webinar on cyber recovery will be hosted in partnership with ITWeb and Dell on 21 April.

1 Apr

Almost half of SA ransomware victims pony up

But coughing up doesn't mean the stolen data will be returned, warns Kaspersky.

25 Mar

Ransomware transforms, accelerates into 2021

Ransomware attacks are becoming more prolific, innovative and far-reaching, and no organisation is immune, says Ajay Nawani, director, Engineering, Sophos.

23 Mar

Acer hit with R7 billion ransomware demand

The electronics manufacturer is the target of a REvil ransomware attack and has until Sunday to pay R7 billion ($50 million).

Samuel Mungadze

23 Mar

Ransomware costing enterprises dearly

Most ransomware attacks can be prevented, says Ajay Nawani, head of Sales Engineering, MEA at Sophos.

Mar 15, 2021

White paper: Ransomware decoded

Understanding and preventing modern ransomware attacks.

Mar 3, 2021

MSPs need to take the lead in mitigating ransomware risks

Managed service providers have an important role to play in protecting businesses form ransomware attacks, according to Redstor.

Mar 2, 2021

Tether refuses to pay $24m ransom

Blockchain and crypto-currency organistion Tether has received a 500 bitcoin ransomware demand.

Feb 25, 2021

Webinar: Why ransomware is an opportunity for MSPs

Many businesses are woefully unprepared to weather the impacts of a ransomware attack, warns Redstor.

Feb 25, 2021

Babuk ransomware targets five industries

The newly discovered ransomware is targeting the transport, healthcare, plastic, electronics, and agricultural sectors.

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