Essential Cloud Storage – Cybersecurity

Why Cloud Storage Is Essential for Your Business

Businesses generate and store more data each year, and the recent wave of cyberattacks gripping the country highlights how valuable this information is—not only to businesses but also to cybercriminals.

As businesses scramble to avoid becoming the next victim of a data breach, leak, or ransomware attack, owners and managers are weighing their options for data storage. 

With traditional physical storage, conventional cloud apps, and secure cloud storage emerging as the three main options, we’d like to make the case for encrypted cloud data protection.

Here are some reasons why secure cloud storage offers the gold standard in data protection and how it can benefit any business.

Protection of sensitive information

Businesses handle a variety of sensitive information, from company financial records and new product designs to sensitive client data that could result in serious privacy breaches if it falls into the wrong hands.

In light of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), which places an obligation on companies to protect client data to the best of their ability, obtaining the most powerful encrypted storage available has become a necessity.

Financial risk reduction

The monetary cost of a cyberattack can range from tens of thousands to millions of rands, depending on the scale and circumstances of the incident. The reputational damage could be even greater.

Secure cloud storage helps keep your business out of the high-risk landscape that comes with exposure to ransomware and phishing attacks. For a small monthly investment, you could pre-empt losses ranging from five to six figures.

Insider threat mitigation

According to research by Stanford University, 88% of data breaches involve internal actors like staff members. It’s also an unfortunate reality that many data leaks and breaches are the work of disgruntled employees—and it could be the person you least suspect.

  • Zero-trust architecture, which requires full credential verification before file access is granted, coupled with encrypted backups, removes personal trust from the equation.
  • Having a full backup of your valuable files ensures organisational control over your company data, regardless of what actions—good or bad—your team may take.

Customer trust

With news of data breaches being reported daily by the media, customers have developed heightened awareness and concern about how companies safeguard their data.

Having comprehensive and reliable data security in place inspires confidence in your clients as they trust you with their valuable and sensitive personal information. From a practical point of view, secure cloud storage also helps reduce the risk of losing client data in the event of a data breach or cyberattack.

To learn more about Soteria’s Total Data Protection package and how it can secure your business files, visit our product page today or click the button below.

Find out more

Get Total Data Protection

Be Prepared – 2025 Cybersecurity Trends

Be Prepared – Cybersecurity Trends for 2025. What’s Hot and What’s Not

The new year is almost upon us, and by the time you read this article, it may already be here. As we anticipate the opportunities 2025 will bring, it is equally crucial for business owners to assess the cybersecurity challenges facing their businesses and the country as a whole.

From well-known threats like malware and ransomware, which are rapidly evolving, to newer concerns such as IoT hijacking and AI-driven cyberattacks, the wave of online criminality continues to escalate. 

Here are some of the key cybersecurity trends and risks to be aware of in the coming year.

AI-driven cyberattacks present a new threat

The rise of generative AI applications, such as ChatGPT, is transforming the way businesses operate worldwide, and cybercriminals are taking notice.

  • One of the primary uses that online criminals have found for generative AI is the creation and refinement of phishing messages, making them appear exceptionally convincing. 
  • As a result, traditional warning signs of phishing, such as poor grammar or spelling mistakes, are no longer reliable indicators.

To mitigate this risk, it is essential to verify any communication requesting payments or containing suspicious links with the sender before taking any action.

Hackers target IoT devices

The Internet of Things (IoT) is growing significantly, with an estimated 18.8 billion smart devices in use worldwide.

Unfortunately, cybersecurity for IoT devices is often overlooked, leaving them vulnerable to hacking. 

A single unsecured IoT device can serve as an entry point for criminals, potentially compromising an organisation’s entire network.

As IoT adoption continues to grow, we anticipate a rise in IoT-related attacks in 2025. Businesses must prioritise securing these devices to prevent exploitation.

Combating cybersecurity threats with zero-trust architecture

As new threats loom on the horizon in 2025, business owners are taking action to secure their data. 

In addition to traditional measures such as updated antivirus software and reliable firewalls, advanced strategies like cloud storage, multifactor authentication, and total data protection  (TDP) have become essential.

  • At the forefront of these strategies is zero-trust architecture, which requires network users to verify their identity using secure login credentials before accessing sensitive files.
  • If your organisation’s security protocols allow users to upload, download, or modify files without thorough identity verification, the zero-trust approach mandates immediate changes to these settings. 

This method ensures that only authorised users can access your company’s critical data.

Looking ahead to a safer 2025

Soteria Cloud wishes all its clients a prosperous 2025, in the knowledge that our team remains committed to making the new year even safer from a data security perspective. In today’s digital landscape, investing in cybersecurity in 2025 is critical both for the sustainability and growth of your business.

Powered by Acronis, our platform combines advanced security measures with seamless backup processes and our team of fully certified Acronis professionals is ready to guide you as you take action today to secure your data tomorrow.

To learn more about our products, including TDP, and how they can safeguard your files. Call us on +27 (0) 87 943 2288, email sales@soteriacloud.com or visit our product page today to review our options.

Get TDP Today

Doing your Backups | Online Backup

How Often Do you Back Up Your Data Online?

How often does your company back up essential business data? It turns out that the answer depends on which part of the world you live in. 

A recent survey conducted by MyExpressVPN reveals that companies in North America, Europe, and the UK prioritise backup frequency differently. Let’s examine the data in detail and see how your business compares.

France leads the charge in data backup frequency

When managers and IT specialists from four major countries were surveyed about their data backup habits, the French emerged as the most diligent savers. 

  • Twenty-two percent of respondents from France stated that they back up their data daily, while 42% reported conducting weekly backups—the gold standard for cybersecurity efficiency.
  • This places the European nation ahead of Germany, the UK, and the US, all economies typically considered highly efficient. 

Despite their reputation for prioritising leisure, the French have recognised the importance of regular backups in securing vital company data. But what prevents businesses in other countries from following their lead?

Factors that make clients reluctant to back up their data

After identifying the country most committed to performing backups, the survey explored the reasons why other managers back up their data less frequently. 

  • 9% of respondents cited a lack of knowledge, while 6% attributed it to poor backup habits. Meanwhile, 5% found backup packages too complex to use easily.

To explore these concerns more deeply, the survey asked participants what improvements would encourage them to use their existing backup services more often:

  • Forty-one percent requested larger backup capacities at affordable prices, 36% called for simpler backup methods, 35% highlighted the need for enhanced privacy protection, and 34% desired faster backup services.

Given these insights, the responsibility for regular backups doesn’t rest solely on clients. This should act as a wake-up call for service providers to improve their solutions. 

That’s exactly what we at Soteria have done with our new flagship product, Total Data Protection.

The solution: Total Data Protection

This new approach to cybersecurity product meets the exact needs of today’s business cloud storage user, offering unlimited backups at a single monthly price. 

Customers can secure their data for up to five years, with instant access to all versions of their files in the cloud, ensuring ease of collaboration and sharing for teams.

The package also includes highly customisable options, enabling backups for selected applications and allowing IT managers to cater to complex networks, including remote systems.

Here’s how Total Data Protection can help:

  • Prevent data loss: Ensure your business is prepared for any eventuality, with files accessible anytime, anywhere.
  • Mitigate cyber threats: Keep a working version of all files in case your system’s version becomes compromised.
  • Protect against natural disasters: Safeguard your files from damage caused by floods, fires, or system failures.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance: Meet the requirements of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) by securing client data effectively.

Find out how Total Data Protection can support your business. Contact us today!

Learn more about TDP

Smarter Cybercriminals – Better Backup

The Ransomware Wave Intensifies as Cybercriminals Get Smarter

Ransomware is one of the most pressing online threats facing businesses today, and the not-so-good news is that it’s becoming more sophisticated.

Cybercriminals are discovering new ways to use AI to perpetrate online attacks, with several prominent businesses—including Starbucks—recently falling victim. To make matters worse, hackers are recruiting software developers on the dark web to raise the sophistication of their attacks to a level where many cybersecurity systems may be unable to stop them.

As the threat landscape becomes more advanced, business owners must take steps to protect their valuable data. Let’s look at the evolving threats and see what you can do to safeguard your company’s information.

Businesses of all sizes fall prey to ransoware attacks

The days when only large corporations were targeted by cybercriminals using ransomware are truly over.

Despite ongoing attacks against providers like Blue Yonder—which recently forced Starbucks shops across America to switch to a manual entry system to pay their baristas—cybercriminals are increasingly setting their sights on small and medium-sized businesses. These businesses have the funds to pay significant ransoms but often don’t have cutting-edge cybersecurity systems in place.

A striking example of such an attack is the recent ransomware disaster experienced by British logistics company Knights.

  • Russian hackers demanded millions of pounds to release encrypted files, including the company’s financial records.
  • Ultimately, rather than pay the ransom, the company’s management was forced to borrow large sums of money and eventually, to seek a buyer for the business as operations came to a complete halt.

The ease with which cyberattacks of this kind are being carried out raises the question: how sophisticated have hackers become that they’re able to bypass industry-standard cybersecurity systems?

Worryingly, the answer is very sophisticated indeed.

Cybercriminals harness AI and software professionals to carry out attacks

Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the way many industries do business, and unfortunately, cybercriminals are all too aware of its potential to assist in carrying out ransomware attacks.

  • Generative AI, such as ChatGPT, can be used to clean up phishing emails and make them sound entirely legitimate.
  •  Cybercriminals even programme AI applications to imitate the tone used by companies in their PR materials, making impersonation scams more believable.

While some cybercriminals are turning to AI, a worrying trend on the dark web has emerged, where Russian hackers have started recruiting software developers to find security loopholes in their own ransomware and other harmful apps.

This helps them evade detection and mitigation efforts by cybersecurity experts.

These incidents show that cybercriminals are not only extremely serious about continuing their attacks but are also targeting smaller and less well-known businesses with sophisticated ransomware that may be difficult to evade.

This makes it absolutely imperative for companies to invest in secure cloud storage so that a working version of critical company data is always available in the cloud.

Secure your business with total data protection

Total Data Protection is the only real assurance businesses have when it comes to safeguarding their valuable information.

With comprehensive secure cloud storage, featuring immutable storage, regular automated backups, and access to the past five years’ worth of saved data, our flagship package is a powerful, turnkey solution ideal for any business.

To find out how this solution could benefit your company, click the button below.

Get TDP today

Soteria Cloud Total Data Protection – Website Relaunch

Soteria Launches Total Data Protection With all New Website

Total data protection is becoming essential at a time when cyber-attacks are increasing exponentially, covering every aspect of data protection, from backups to privacy protocols.

With 2 200 cyberattacks reported per day worldwide in 2023 and more than 150 data breach notifications received per month in 2024, according to Information Regulator chairperson advocate Pansy Tlakula, internet users are realising that data security is no longer a distant risk, but rather something that every business and individual needs to consider.

To ensure total peace of mind, total data protection (TDP) is a great option for any business that takes its cybersecurity seriously.

Let’s take a look at this innovative system to find out how it can benefit your business.

Why is TDP necessary?

South Africa is grappling with a major cybersecurity crisis, as well-known companies and government departments fall prey to the tactics of online criminals on an almost daily basis.

Recent cyber-attacks affecting major banks, the Department of SA Social Security Agency, and the massive TransUnion hack in 2022 which exposed millions of credit records, are just some of the events that have seen cybercriminals outsmart cybersecurity experts at some of the country’s largest organisations.

The main takeaway from these events is that attacks will happen, and companies need to prepare for this eventuality.

One of the best ways to recover from a cyber-attack is to have a full backup of every piece of data that could be of interest to cybercriminals, so they can’t hold it over your company’s head, demanding ransom.

Total data protection helps to both prevent these attacks and recover from them. It offers a holistic approach to cybersecurity, covering the following aspects:

Fixed cost per device (no additional storage or licence fees)

To help businesses keep their costs under control while ensuring the best possible data protection, a single cost per device is typically charged for TDP. This avoids additional fees for high amounts of storage used and eliminates licensing fees for proprietary software.

Uncapped backup storage

The amount of data that can accumulate in the cloud account of a large corporation can be astounding. With uncapped backup, your business can afford to keep all its important data safely and securely encrypted in the cloud without having to worry about increasing overheads.

Entire machine application-aware backup

This type of backup ensures that every bit of data produced by the device is securely stored, with specific storage being available for designated applications. System administrators define which applications’ data will be backed up and when.

5-year data retention (7 days, 4 weeks, 60 months)

Companies that back up their data for short periods of time, like a year or less, find themselves in a dire situation if a cyber-attack compromises data that was created before the last available backup.

Total data protection features comprehensive backup for the past five years, allowing every file produced during that time to be accessed securely in the event of a cyber-attack or data loss.

Advanced Security and Advanced Management Add-On Packs

These advanced software packages allow system administrators to implement additional layers of security as needed and manage the data that is securely backed up remotely. This enables companies to fine-tune their backup strategy and ensure that files are available in the cloud, no matter what eventuality may arise.

Ready to implement a total data protection plan?

Soteria Cloud is proud to introduce Total Data Protection as our new flagship product. If you’re ready to take the next step and protect your business from the increasing risk of cybercrime, visit our TDP product page today to learn more.

Get TDP Today

SASSA Grant Fraud – Cyber Hacking

R175 Million Grant Fraud Exposed at SASSA as Threats Continue

More than 26 million South Africans rely on some form of social grant to cover their basic expenses, and with the recent increases in the cost of living, this financial lifeline from the state has become a matter of survival for many families.

Unfortunately, cybercriminals may be planning to target the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), which has recently been shown to have significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

In this article, we take a look at the recent R175 million cyber fraud incident reported by the agency, in light of media reports suggesting its online application system may be an open invitation for fraudsters.

Here’s what every citizen needs to know with yet another government department buckling under the pressure of the country’s growing cybercrime wave.

R175 Million Stolen in Grant Fraud

The NaughtySecGroup has reared its ugly head again, claiming responsibility for stealing R175 million from social security grants by allegedly opening a staggering 100 000 fraudulent bank accounts across the country.

The hacking group, which made headlines last year by nearly stealing TransUnion’s entire data set for South African clients, says the recent move was in retaliation for not receiving the $60 million (close to R1 billion) ransom they demanded.

If the hackers are to be believed, the safety of South Africans’ financial information and the security protocols used by banks for account opening procedures are now in question. SASSA has revealed very little information in the wake of these claims, failing to reassure the public that the situation is under control.

Researchers Spotlight SASSA’s Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities

As the social welfare agency reels from its recent brush with fraudsters, a recent article reveals that the agency may be extremely vulnerable to follow-up attacks by cybercriminals.

Two students from Stellenbosch University conducted independent research into the agency’s vulnerability status by using a random sample of ID numbers to test the agency’s online application security. The results are alarming, to say the least.

  • When testing the system with ID numbers issued to people born in 2005 – representing a relatively young cohort of citizens – the researchers found that 91% percent of these numbers were associated with grant applications.
  • Given the young age and presumed good health of the applicants, it seems highly implausible that they would all be genuine grant applicants.
  • The researchers also applied for grants through the system at a rate of 700 per minute, an action that should have triggered a security alert and prevented further applications. However, the application process continued without interruption.

In conjunction with the claim of the R175 million fraud, these findings cast serious doubt on the security protocols in place at government departments, as well as in the financial sector.

Make Secure Cloud Storage Your First Line of Defence

At a time when the institutions we typically trust to protect our personal information – such as the banks or government – are under fire for failing to prevent cyberattacks, businesses and individuals should be thinking about beefing up their data protection.

Secure cloud backup is a proven method of keeping your personal, business, and financial information out of the hands of hackers.

To raise your security level, we invite you to browse our range of secure cloud storage packages and total data protection solutions. Powered by Acronis, for businesses and households of any size, you can trust Soteria Cloud to protect your most valuable asset – your data.

Need cloud backup for business?

Stay Safe, Avoid Scams – Black Friday

Black Friday 2024 – How to Avoid Scams & Stay Safe online

The end of November has become synonymous with Black Friday, the day when Christmas comes early, and consumers can look forward to huge savings on their favourite products.

Unfortunately, the last Friday of the month is also a day when cybercriminals like to celebrate the takings from their latest financial scams. Against the backdrop of increasing fraud cases across the country, this Black Friday is a day not only to enjoy some serious savings but also to take online safety seriously.

Here are some of the common scams that cybercriminals may try to execute on the day and the weeks leading up to it, and how you can avoid them.

If it’s too cheap to be true, it probably is

Black Friday is all about saving money, and the psychology of getting a good deal is so appealing to many consumers that cybercriminals are able to exploit it to make their scams believable.

Usually, receiving an email or social media message about a product that’s 50% or more off its normal price would raise some eyebrows. But with the generous discounts offered around Black Friday, consumers often let their guard down and fall for non-delivery scams on items that are so cheap, it’s almost unbelievable.

  • This type of scam generally works by offering the customer an expensive product at 20% to 30% of its price.
  • Following payment, the seller will typically disappear and never make delivery. Alternatively, they may deliver inferior or fake goods, an empty box, or some other type of fraudulent package.

It’s easy to avoid this scam by only dealing with reputable retailers, but even this is becoming more challenging in a time when fake websites are proliferating.

Double-check retail websites to avoid losing money

Impersonation scams have reached a whole new level with entire brands and websites being duplicated by cybercriminals.

In our article on domain name scams, we touched on the importance of verifying that the website you’re dealing with is the real deal. This is especially important for customers dealing with retailers in the weeks leading up to Black Friday.

  1. Before you place an online order, it’s essential to ensure that the website you’re dealing with is genuine.
  2. Googling the site and comparing the URL that comes up first in the search results with the one you’re currently browsing is one way of doing this.
  3. If your favourite retailer offers a shopping app, it’s always safer to transact using that, rather than risk visiting a fake URL.

Beware of fake vouchers and discount codes

Another tactic cybercriminals are employing to fool unsuspecting consumers is offering Black Friday vouchers for sale which turn out to be fraudulent and unusable.

  • Generally speaking, retailers will never offer to sell you vouchers other than official retail gift cards.
  • The moment you receive an offer to pay R100 for R200 off, or a similar deal, your suspicions should be heightened.

When in doubt, the best rule of thumb is to purchase directly from your favourite retailer’s website, use the app, or even do it the old-fashioned way by going there in person on the day.

Keep your personal data safe with us on Black Friday and beyond

With fraud cases rising by 45% in South Africa, 2024 is the year to prioritise online safety.

Our comprehensive range of secure cloud storage solutions for businesses and households will help ensure that your data is kept securely in the cloud in encrypted form.

Domain Name Scams – Cybercrime

How to Avoid Domain Name Scams

Millions of consumers visit their favourite retail websites or online banking portals regularly to enjoy the convenience of instant shopping or financial transactions.

Unfortunately, the very sites that we visit and trust with our private information, including banking details, could very easily be fake.

Domain name scams are becoming increasingly popular around the world as cybercriminals take impersonation to the next level, building virtual replicas of well-known websites.

As this phenomenon spreads in South Africa, local internet users will need to be extra vigilant when shopping and banking online.

How cybercriminals impersonate entire websites

The modus operandi that cybercriminals tend to follow when carrying out these scams is both simple and deceptive.

First, fraudsters register a domain that closely resembles the real domain, making it sound plausible. Some hypothetical examples of these sites could be absabankingsite.co.za or amazononlineshop.co.za.

For someone who isn’t familiar with the company’s real URL, these websites seem legitimate enough because they have been designed to look identical to the real thing.

  • Once unsuspecting customers land on these websites—which can be promoted through fraudulent social media, email or WhatsApp spam—they are typically prompted to log in using the actual credentials they use for online banking or shopping.
  • Once this is done, the cybercriminals have access to their login details, which can then be used to gain access to their accounts and carry out various fraudulent acts.

Domain name scams can be very convincing, but there are ways to avoid them when banking and shopping online.

How to stay safe in the age of fake websites

As an internet user, you have reason to be concerned about these advanced impersonation scams, which now include entire website replicas.

  • The only way to be certain that the website you’re using is authentic is to confirm that it is, in fact, the official website of the company you’re dealing with. This can be verified with a Google search.
  • It’s also important to note that most companies will never ask you to supply your login credentials by email or any other form of communication. Any correspondence you receive asking for this is likely to be suspicious.

When logging into internet banking or retail shopping websites, we recommend that internet users always opt for multi-factor authentication.

For banking, downloading your bank’s official online banking app is much safer than relying on the website, which may or may not be genuine.

Protect your vital data with secure cloud storage

With online activity at an all-time high, businesses and households alike can never be too careful when it comes to protecting private data.

Soteria’s range of secure cloud storage packages for households and businesses is the ideal way to keep your sensitive files safe in the cloud and out of the wrong hands. Visit our product page today to learn more.

Healthcare Industry – Cybersecurity Hygiene

Poor Cybersecurity Hygiene Puts Healthcare Industry in Critical Condition

Hospitals and medical providers are on high alert after a devastating cyber-attack brought National Laboratory Services to a standstill, potentially endangering patients’ lives and exposing their private data to criminal elements.

As the healthcare industry joins a long list of sectors currently targeted by cybercriminals, medical firms are looking to strengthen their defences against online attacks. In this article, we examine the current cybercrime landscape in the healthcare industry and how the concept of cybersecurity hygiene can help protect vulnerable organisations.

National Laboratory Services hit by a major cyberattack

Cybercriminals made headlines once again last month when they carried out a ransomware attack against National Laboratory Services, one of the largest providers of pathology services to public hospitals.

  • The laboratory network, responsible for testing blood and other human tissue samples for the medical profession, came to a standstill as its systems were offline for a period of weeks.
  • An estimated 6 million test results were rendered unavailable by the attack, delaying operations and chronic illness treatments nationwide.
  • Medical information, particularly urgent test results that could influence treatment outcomes, has become fair game for cybercriminals, who show no mercy when it comes to the type of information they’re willing to hold hostage.

In the wake of the attack, medical providers and hospitals across the country are scrambling to enhance their cybersecurity measures.

Fortunately, the concept of cybersecurity hygiene, which should resonate with the healthcare industry, is one of the most effective ways to achieve higher levels of data protection.

Ensure a healthy network with cybersecurity hygiene

To safeguard data at a time when cyberattacks are increasing daily, a reliable set of preventative measures is required. Much like the hygiene practices commonplace in hospitals and doctors’ offices, these procedures can result in fewer malware infections, ransomware incidents, and hacking attempts if implemented conscientiously.

  • Limit access to critical data: Password-protected files with multi-factor authentication should be standard in every hospital and medical practice today. This not only protects patient privacy but also keeps sensitive files out of the wrong hands.
  • Invest in cybersecurity defences: Examples of these include updated firewalls and the latest antivirus software. Additionally, secure cloud storage and automated backups featuring encryption technology provide significant layers of protection for your data.
  • Train staff to recognise cyberattacks: With many cyberattacks occurring through social engineering staff need to be trained to identify suspicious emails and communications, and to never disclose sensitive information to third parties.

Maintain a healthy information system with us

Avoiding a cyberattack and practising cybersecurity hygiene is possible with the latest generation of secure cloud storage. Our range of packages for businesses of all sizes is the ideal starting point for securing your data. Visit our product page to learn more.

Weak Passwords – Cybersecurity

Too Easy, Too Weak: Password Patterns Still Concerning

Weak password security is one of the main contributing factors to the current wave of cybercrimes sweeping the world. Despite repeated warnings from industry experts to choose more complex passwords, many users still fail to follow this advice.

Recent research shows that internet users continue to opt for passwords that are easy to guess or crack, leaving the door wide open to cyberattacks. Let’s take a closer look at this phenomenon and find out what organisations can do to strengthen their security.

Why are we still using simple passwords?

For many years, cybersecurity experts have been sounding the alarm about simplistic passwords that are far too easy to guess. Passwords like “12345”, variations on the word “password”, or even the user’s own name are still frequently chosen, despite the widely publicised dangers of doing so.

In fact, 2023 saw South Africans choose the password “admin” most frequently of all.

While some experts blame users for being lax or unoriginal, there is a possible psychological explanation for the simple passwords we choose: we believe that if we came up with them, they must be unique and impossible to guess.

This human tendency to overestimate our own ability at certain tasks is known as the Dunning-Kruger effect, a well-documented psychological phenomenon.

This effect applies to everything from our perceived ability to drive at high speeds, our competence at work, and even our attractiveness or social skills. Password creation is yet another area where we often think we are better than we really are.

Best practices for password creation

Unfortunately, cybercriminals are much better at guessing or decoding our passwords than we are at creating them.

To avoid this and secure crucial business data, team members in every organisation should be trained to apply best practices for password creation, which include:

  • Using a password length of at least eight characters: Longer passwords are harder to guess and cannot be easily cracked by automated password-cracking software.
  • Including numerals and special characters: This adds complexity to passwords, making them far less likely to be compromised.
  • Avoiding personal information: Don’t choose words related to your daily life, such as hobbies, interests, or your workplace. Cybercriminals carrying out social engineering attacks may have already researched these aspects of your life and could use them to crack your password.

Password security and secure cloud storage – key aspects of every cyber defence strategy

A strong password adds an extra layer of security to your data, especially as cyberattacks and ransomware incidents become more frequent, costing businesses millions of rand each week.

In addition to strong passwords, secure cloud storage featuring encryption technology has become a non-negotiable element of every effective cybersecurity strategy.

To learn more about these technologies and how they can benefit your company’s online security, visit our product page today.