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Priviso Live Episode 50: Gunfire and AI Ransomware
Priviso Live
14 minutes 50 seconds
2 months ago
Priviso Live Episode 50: Gunfire and AI Ransomware
We've reached a milestone! Our 50th episode tackles the most pressing cybersecurity threats facing South African businesses today.Key Highlights:๐จ Facebook Marketplace Violence: The shocking Midrand shootout reveals how criminals exploit trusted platforms for kidnapping and armed robbery. Police stations now offer safe trading zones - use them.๐ค AI-Powered Ransomware: ESET discovered "PromptLock" - the first ransomware using OpenAI's models to generate adaptive attacks in real-time. Traditional EDR solutions struggle against this shape-shifting threat.๐ณ Banking Innovation: Standard Bank's virtual credit cards with 100% fraud refunds signal a new era in digital payment security, though consumer vigilance remains crucial.๐ Alarming Statistics: Ransomware attacks jumped 34% year-over-year in 2025, with South Africa facing 2,113 cyberattacks per organization weekly. Major SA companies including MTN, ABSA, and SAA have been targeted.๐ Continental Progress: Zambia and Somalia's new cyber laws show Africa is taking digital security seriously, creating both opportunities and compliance challenges for businesses.Bottom Line: Cybersecurity isn't someone else's responsibility - it's everyone's. Current threats are just the beginning of an AI-driven security landscape.๐ง Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube๐ง Contact: admin@priviso.co.za#Cybersecurity #SouthAfrica #AIThreats #DigitalSafety
Priviso Live
Your dose of tips about all things Information Security, ICT Legislation and Risk.
South African podcast.