SOUTH AFRICA - The importance of training in managing a cybersecurity skills shortage [EngineerIT, April 2022]

Title:

The importance of training in managing a cybersecurity skills shortage

 

Author:

Stefan van de Giessen, 

Country Manager: SA & SADC, Exclusive Networks Africa  

 

Published:

EngineerIT, 13 April 2022

https://www.engineerit.co.za/article/importance-training-managing-cybersecurity-skills-shortage

 

From the article:

According to a report released by Ireland-based multinational professional services company Accenture, a low investment in cyber security, and immature cybercrime legislation, makes South Africa a target for cybercrime, with the country registering the third-highest number of cybercrime victims worldwide[1]. In addition, as with other countries, the cybersecurity skills shortage is hindering the ability of businesses to effectively manage and stay ahead of constantly-evolving cyberthreats.

1. Insight into the cyber threat landscape in South Africa [Research Report by Accenture, May 2020]

https://www.accenture.com/za-en/insights/security/cyberthreat-south-africa 

 

ENISA Threat Landscape 2020: Cyber Attacks Becoming More Sophisticated, Targeted, Widespread and Undetected

Title: 

ENISA Threat Landscape 2020: Cyber Attacks Becoming More Sophisticated, Targeted, Widespread and Undetected 

 

Published:

European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA), Press Release, 20 October 2020

https://www.enisa.europa.eu/news/enisa-news/enisa-threat-landscape-2020

 

From the press release:

Threat landscape maps Malware standing strong as #1 Cyber Threat in the EU, with an increase in Phishing, Identity Theft, Ransomware; Monetisation holding its place as cyber criminals’ top motivation; and the COVID-19 environment fuelling attacks on homes, businesses, governments and critical infrastructure.

 

See also:

ENISA Thread Landscape Report 2020

https://www.enisa.europa.eu/topics/threat-risk-management/threats-and-trends