Cybersecurity experts are raising concern over two emerging threat actors; Cordial Spider and Snarky Spider, linked to a rise in stealth attacks targeting cloud-based business platforms. The groups rely on voice phishing (vishing), impersonating IT personnel or executives to trick employees into logging into fake Single Sign-On (SSO) pages. OnceContinue Reading
Never trust urgent messages asking for money or sensitive information. Cybercriminals often impersonate banks, government agencies, or even your boss using emails, calls, or messaging apps. They create panic with phrases like “act now” or “your account will be blocked” to trick you into responding. Stay safe: Remember: Legitimate institutionsContinue Reading
Cash-on-Delivery (COD) scams are on the rise in Ghana, putting online shoppers at risk as fraudsters adopt new tricks to steal money. In this type of scam, criminals pretend to be sellers or delivery agents. They contact victims through phone calls, text messages, or social media, claiming a package isContinue Reading
Accra Metropolitan University College has officially launched two new Master of Science (MSc) programmes aimed at strengthening cybersecurity and intelligence education in Ghana. The newly introduced programmes are MSc in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics, and MSc in Security and Intelligence. The programmes were unveiled during a formal ceremony on Wednesday,Continue Reading
A 24-year-old Scottish hacker is facing up to 22 years behind bars after admitting his role in a major cybercrime operation that targeted companies across the United States. Tyler Buchanan, from Dundee, has been identified by prosecutors as a key figure behind the notorious cybercrime group Scattered Spider. The groupContinue Reading
Ghana is stepping up efforts to strengthen its cybersecurity posture following a high-level stakeholder workshop held in Accra, organized by the Cyber Security Authority in partnership with Italy’s Cyber 4.0. The workshop brought together key stakeholders to advance the implementation of Ghana’s National Cybersecurity Policy and Strategy (NCPS). Discussions wereContinue Reading
The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has taken a decisive step to tighten entry into its Master of Science programme in Cyber Security and Digital Forensics, restricting admission strictly to applicants with a Bachelor’s degree background in Computer Science. The policy shift, confirmed by sources within theContinue Reading
