Despite advanced technological safeguards, the human element remains one of the weakest links in cybersecurity. In the rush of daily life, the importance of vigilant online behaviour is often overlooked.
The shift to remote and hybrid work models during the pandemic has created major new cybersecurity challenges for South African businesses. With employees increasingly working outside the office and relying on personal devices, companies are being forced to rethink their cyber defences. Recently, a new piece ofCybersecurity to be prioritised
Itec’s Ria Mey says companies can start by ensuring basic perimeter security such as firewalls are installed before expanding protection: “People must start realising the risks associated with unsecured mobile devices. Smartphones need cybersecurity solutions in place, as they provide a key access point to the corporate network.” Incorporate user awareness training
While ransomware and phishing remain major threats, Mey says new risks are also emerging. “Cloud-based threats have grown in magnitude and sophistication. Just because a company is using a cloud service provider does not automatically mean its data is safe when employees access it remotely,” she says.Although advances in technology come with new threats, these innovations also provide powerful tools to combat them.
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