Most SA companies lack basic cybersecurity awareness

Nearly 3 in every 4 organisations in SA lack basic cybersecurity awareness - SME Tech Guru

Everything from digital transformation, increased cloud adoption, and the rise of remote working has elevated the need for employee cybersecurity awareness to a critical priority. Yet, despite this clear need, 70% of South African organisations have been found to lack even basic cybersecurity awareness, leaving them more vulnerable to cyber threats. This recent finding comes from Fortinet’s 2024 Security Awareness and Training Global Research Re…

South Africa's Cyber Shield Weakens: 70% of Firms Lack Basic Security Awareness

In an age defined by digital transformation, cloud adoption, and remote work, cybersecurity awareness should be a non-negotiable for any organization. Yet, a stark reality emerges from Fortinet’s 2024 Security Awareness and Training Global Research Report: a staggering 70% of South African businesses lack even the most fundamental cybersecurity understanding. This alarming statistic paints a picture of a nation dangerously exposed to the ever-ev…

Most SA companies lack basic cybersecurity awareness

Everything from digital transformation, increased cloud adoption, and the rise of remote working has elevated the need for employee cybersecurity awareness to a critical priority. Yet, despite this clear need, 70% of South African organisations have been found to lack even basic cybersecurity awareness, leaving them more vulnerable to cyber threats, according to Fortinet’s 2024 Security Awareness and Training Global Research Report. Doros Hadjiz…