Articles about phishing

How to spot phishing, vishing, smishing

If you receive an unexpected message or call requesting sensitive information, it's crucial to pause and verify, says John Mc Loughlin, CEO of J2 Software.

Empowering MSPs with comprehensive cyber security for SMEs

Cyber security innovator Guardz will be represented by Solid8 Technologies at the ITWeb Security Summit 2025.

8.75m hit by online threats in SA in Q1

Ransomware incidents are set to rise in SA and Nigeria in 2025.

The rise of money mules and APPF in South Africa: How financial institutions can fight back

Money mule accounts receive and transfer illegally obtained funds on behalf of criminals, obscuring the money’s illicit origins, says Lucy King, director of Global Alliances at Lynx.

ITWeb TV: Understanding Discovery’s cyber risk landscape

With a range of financial services involving masses of sensitive personal data, Discovery faces a multitude of threats. Group CISO Zaid Parak outlines the top concerns.

AI’s double-edged cyber security sword

By manipulating senses we typically trust – like sight and hearing – AI becomes a powerful tool for deception, says Michael de Neuilly Rice, principal security architect at NEC XON.

AI a double-edged sword in cyber security – Kaspersky

Dmitry Berezin, global security solutions expert at Kaspersky, will present at the ITWeb Security Summit 2025 on how to use the emerging tech effectively to strengthen security.

Vishing: The voice scam you need to know about

Vishing uses voice calls or voicemails to create a sense of urgency and pressure you into acting quickly, says John Mc Loughlin, CEO of J2 Software.

The intersection of cyber security, GRC, insurability: A strategic approach

Intelys has developed Secure Vault, a managed security solution based on GRC best practices.

Employees vs AI in the cyber security arms race

One of the most important steps companies must take to strengthen their resiliency is to reduce human risk, says Arctic Wolf.

Cyber security and AI in SA: Navigating opportunities and risks

By improving AI literacy, investing in robust security measures and maintaining ethical safeguards, businesses can harness AI’s potential while mitigating its risks.

Why cyber resilience matters now more than ever

Cyber resilience is a fundamental layer of defence that allows organisations to continue operations despite security breaches, says Brett Skinner, business unit manager: cyber resilience at Datacentrix.