In 2023, over 2,800 data breaches resulted in the theft of over 8.2 billion records, costing organisations an average of $4.88m per breach, according to Cisco. The increase in cyberattacks in South Africa, including a 4% rise in weekly attacks on organisations, highlights the growing threat of cybercrime. Common communication mistakes during cyber incidents include delays in response, hasty and inaccurate communications, excluding social media teams, and lack of preparation.

North Korean Hackers Use Fake U.S. Companies to Spread Malware in Crypto Industry: Report
North Korean hackers reportedly set up shell companies in the US to penetrate the crypto sector and target developers via fake job offers, according to