Articles about ITWeb Security Summit 2024

Data breach notifications triple, says info watchdog

The number of data breaches reported by local firms increased to over 1 700 in the 2023 financial year, says the Information Regulator.

Calls for finalisation of Cyber Security Bill

The demand for legislation to decisively deal with cyber security in SA intensifies, amid escalating attacks on state institutions.

NCape developers shine at Security Summit 2024 Hackathon

The ITWeb Security Summit Hackathon 2024 saw young coders dedicate over 30 hours of their time to creating AI-based security solutions.

Lack of national cyber security strategy puts SA at risk

A thorough cyber security strategy would provide direction and outline the priorities of the various security laws, says advocate Jacqueline Fick.

Qualified cyber security cloud pros in short supply

Businesses transitioning to the cloud face the “security chasm” between traditional and cloud security models, says Fortinet.

Elevate cyber security in the public sector

By applying simple but effective cyber security protocols, public bodies can better serve their communities while protecting sensitive data, says Dominic Richardson, CEO of Dolos.

Why zero trust is crucial for today's hybrid work security

Cloudflare's Andy Kennedy on why zero trust network architecture should be a priority.

Cyber criminals transform into service providers

Phishing-as-a-service is becoming more accessible and cost-effective globally, says Integralis IT Consultancy’s Almero Steyn.

Average ransomware demand shoots up by 20%

A survey finds that 83% of ransomware victims paid some or all of the ransom demanded by cyber criminals, says Arctic Wolf’s Jason Oehley.

C-level execs urged to unite on cyber security

Panel discussion at ITWeb Security Summit 2024 focused on need for unity, cocreation and collaboration.

Don’t view AI as a thing of despair, says cyber security expert

Artificial intelligence will create opportunities for new jobs that no one has ever done before, says ITWeb Security Summit 2024 keynote speaker Daniel Cuthbert.

AI, collaboration, and harmonisation of cyber security efforts in focus

The impact of AI on cyber security was in focus at the CISO dinner, held ahead of ITWeb Security Summit.