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Sending large video files with others can be more complex than you anticipated. We often encounter problems because of file size limits, reduced quality, or privacy concerns. To help you solve these issues, we will offer you advice on how to send large video files securely, methods to compress files to bypass size restrictions, and a file-sharing solution that is the best way to send video files without worrying about your privacy.

Did you know that simple possession of your cell phone number could lead to lots of troubles? Phone scams are a means to an illegal end for hackers who are growing in numbers. Being careless with your cell phone number can lead to problems such as getting trapped in a phishing scams net and account access by someone who is not welcome. As per the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) there were more than 2.4 million phone frauds in 2023. Therefore, it is very important to protect your phone number.

Email communication security is essential in a time when cybersecurity threats are on the rise. Email is the most widely utilized medium for business communication, making it an ideal target for hackers. A strong way to safeguard your private information and guarantee safe communication throughout your company is using Office 365 Email Encryption. You may protect your content and show that you are committed to data privacy and regulatory compliance by encrypting your emails.

Cyjax operates within the dark web and ‘hidden service’ spaces to ensure a rich and current intelligence picture for its clients, enabling them to understand the changing threat landscape and prepare for incoming attacks and mitigate existing ones. Predicting an attack can be difficult, but fun!

‍Managing risk is not an isolated process; it involves a series of coordinated efforts, sometimes spanning across teams, to identify threats, mitigate vulnerabilities, and ensure the organization remains resilient.

As a former federal CISO, I’ve observed a persistent and dangerous misconception within government agencies: the belief that smart card authentication eliminates the need for enterprise password and Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions. This assumption creates critical security vulnerabilities that deserve closer examination.

Researchers at Zimperium warn that a large phishing campaign is impersonating the US Postal Service (USPS) to target mobile devices with malicious PDF files. The goal of the campaign is to direct users to a spoofed USPS website designed to harvest personal information. “The investigation into this campaign uncovered over 20 malicious PDF files and 630 phishing pages, indicating a large-scale operation,” the researchers write.

Our recent Africa Cybersecurity Awareness survey has revealed a startling surge in cybersecurity concerns among African users, with 58% of respondents expressing high levels of worry about cybercrime - a figure that has nearly doubled from 29% in 2023. The fear is not unfounded. As highlighted by Interpol's African Cyberthreat Report 2024, the continent has witnessed a significant uptick in cybercrime, along with its financial and social repercussions.

In our previous round-up of security research for 2023, we mentioned our surprise at the large volume of 29,000 vulnerabilities that were reported two years ago. But that didn’t prepare us for the astounding 40% increase, reported by Cyber Press, resulting in over 40,000 CVEs that were published over the past year in 2024.

Behavioural analytics in cyber security has emerged as a powerful tool for identifying and mitigating human risks. By focusing on how humans interact with systems, user behavioural analytics offer a proactive approach to threat detection, ensuring a more secure digital environment for businesses.