Author: tanosec_admin

13 Apr If Standard Bank Can Get Hacked, What Does That Mean For Your Business?

Posted at 13:00h in Cybercrime, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Audit, Ransomware and Cybercrime, SME's

Standard Bank and Liberty—two of the country's most secure institutions—recently confirmed significant data breaches, proving that no one is immune. With cyber attacks in SA up 36% year-on-year, the question isn't if you'll be targeted, but if you're prepared. We break down the March 2026...

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12 Feb Why South African SMEs Need Managed Cybersecurity — Even Without an IT Team

Posted at 08:00h in Cybersecurity, Ransomware and Cybercrime, SME's

Many South African SMEs believe cybersecurity is only for large companies with IT teams. In reality, managed cybersecurity offers affordable, ongoing protection for businesses of all sizes — even without internal IT staff....

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04 Feb A Realistic Cyber Attack Scenario: How a South African Business Was Compromised

Posted at 08:00h in Cybersecurity, Phishing, Ransomware and Cybercrime, SME's

This realistic cyber attack scenario shows how a South African business was quietly compromised and what organisations can learn from it....

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28 Jan Common Cybersecurity Myths Holding South African Businesses Back

Posted at 08:00h in Cybersecurity, SME's

Many South African businesses unknowingly increase cyber risk by relying on outdated assumptions. This article breaks down common cybersecurity myths and why they matter....

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21 Jan Phishing Attacks in South Africa: How Businesses Are Being Targeted

Posted at 09:30h in Cybercrime, Phishing, SME's

Phishing attacks are one of the most common cyber threats facing South African businesses today. In this article, we break down how phishing works, the tactics attackers use, and what organisations can do to reduce risk....

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14 Jan How to Choose a Cybersecurity Provider in South Africa (Without Getting Burned)

Posted at 08:00h in Cybersecurity, How-To, SME's

Choosing the right cybersecurity provider in South Africa can be difficult. This guide explains what to look for, common red flags, and how to make an informed decision without wasting money....

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07 Jan Phishing Attacks in South Africa: How They Work and Why Businesses Fall for Them

Posted at 08:00h in Phishing, SME's

Phishing attacks remain one of the most effective cyber threats in South Africa. This article explains how they work, why people fall for them, and the risks businesses face....

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22 Dec What Is a Digital Footprint Audit and Why It Matters in South Africa

Posted at 08:00h in Cybersecurity, Penetration testing, SME's

A digital footprint audit reveals what information about your business is publicly accessible online. Learn why it matters and how it reduces cyber risk in South Africa. ...

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15 Dec Cybersecurity for Small Businesses in South Africa: Where to Start

Posted at 16:47h in Cybersecurity, SME's

Cybersecurity is no longer just for large enterprises. This guide explains where small businesses in South Africa should start, common risks to avoid, and how to build practical protection without complexity. ...

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22 Oct When the Cloud Wobbles: What the AWS Outage Means for South African Businesses

Posted at 19:08h in Cloud Security

When AWS — one of the world’s biggest cloud providers — went down, South African businesses felt the shockwaves. Even if you don’t “do” cloud, your vendors and tools probably do. The lesson? True resilience means understanding your dependencies and planning for when things go...

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