‘The Mask’ unmasked
Kaspersky Lab says it has uncovered “The Mask” (also known as Careto), an advanced Spanish-language speaking threat actor that has been involved in global cyber-espionage operations since at least 2007. What makes The Mask special is the complexity of the toolset used...Massive increase in energy spend
IT spending by utilities in the four major Middle East and African (MEA) countries – Turkey, South Africa, Saudi Arabia and the UAE – increased 9,2% year-on-year in 2013 to total just under $1-billion, according to the latest round of data released by IDC...BRIC countries embrace mobility
Mobility in the BRIC countries is now a top priority for businesses and a prime factor in maintaining a competitive advantage, according to the latest Citrix Mobility in Business Report. Showing rapid growth for BYOD and consumerisation, the report provides a nuanced...Companies should be preparing for POPI
With the Protection of Public Information (POPI) Act now law, e-mail security, archiving and data loss prevention should be high on the agenda for South African companies. Richard Broeke, a security specialist at Securicom, says that local companies will have about a...What people really want for Valentine’s Day …
Time, rather than romance, could be a better gift than hearts and roses this Valentine Day. Workplace provider Regus is encouraging commuters to spend more time with their loved ones this Valentine’s Day to boost both personal and professional relationships. With less...