Tag: cybercrime

Deepfakes are no longer science fiction. They are a real and growing business risk. We have released our latest white paper, The Surge of Deepfake Cyber Threats. The report uncovers how AI-driven digital impersonations defraud companies, spread disinformation, and compromise brand trust.

Cybercriminals don’t just target systems. They target people. Nearly 70% of cyber incidents stem from preventable human mistakes. This makes an untrained workforce the weakest link in any organisation. Enter gamified learning. This approach to cybersecurity training replaces routine compliance checklists with story-driven challenges based on real-life scenarios.

Identity fraud is evolving at an alarming rate. Stolen data, synthetic IDs and deepfakes are now common tools for criminals. Traditional password and document checks fail more frequently than ever. Companies must move from playing catch-up to taking the lead. They need AI-driven biometrics, continuous validation and layered defences.

Cyber attacks on African organisations have surged past global averages. This has placed the continent firmly in the crosshairs of the world’s most dangerous threat actors. In the first quarter of 2025 alone, Africa experienced 3,286 attacks per organisation per week. This was the highest average of any region globally, according to cybersecurity platform provider Check Point Software.

You don’t need to run a big business to attract cybercriminals. In fact, cybercriminals often target medium-sized businesses first. These businesses are digital enough to be vulnerable but not mature enough to secure themselves fully.

Over 400 billion PDFs were opened last year. Adobe Acrobat users alone edited 16 billion documents. Today, more than 87% of organisations rely on PDFs for business communication. This widespread use makes them ideal for hiding malicious code.

Prioritising cybersecurity through business risks delivers the highest value protection. Cyberattacks have graduated from "possible" to "probable", according to a major South African insurer. Businesses must act to reduce cyber risks, which many are doing by spending on new security services.

South African businesses are rushing to adopt generative AI, attracted by its potential to boost efficiency, productivity and innovation. However, without a solid cybersecurity foundation, AI will act as a Trojan horse, exposing companies to advanced cyber threats.

In a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being weaponised by cybercriminals, the question of whether we can effectively combat AI threats with more AI is not just a technical inquiry, but a pressing global concern. AI-generated cyberattacks, such as deepfake technology and automated hacking attempts, have created a cybersecurity arms race.

Email plays an integral role in daily life, but cybercriminals exploit it as a prime attack channel. Phishing scams involve malicious emails designed to trick recipients into revealing sensitive information. These scams rank among the most prevalent cybersecurity threats.