#AfricanCyberSecurity

INTERPOL Busts African Cybercrime: 1,006 Arrests, 134,089 Malicious Networks Dismantled

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November 27, 2024 at 03:39AM INTERPOL’s Operation Serengeti resulted in the arrest of 1,006 suspects across 19 African countries and dismantled 134,089 cybercrime networks. It targeted ransomware, digital extortion, and scams, resulting in over $193 million in global losses. Multiple countries collaborated, with significant contributions from private cybersecurity firms. ### Takeaways from Meeting Notes on … Read more

Q&A: The Cybersecurity Training Gap in Industrial Networks

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February 19, 2024 at 06:02AM Cyberattacks on critical infrastructure are increasing due to geopolitical conflicts and poorly secured devices. Water treatment plants are targeted, and the US government warns of Chinese plans against US critical infrastructure. Irfan Shakeel discusses the urgency to protect industrial networks and the need for training and resources in OT security. … Read more