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Cybercriminal sentenced to five years for ransom attempt on Ecentric Systems
Cyber criminal Lucky Majangandile Erasmus has been sentenced to eight years in prison after attempting to extort Ecentric Systems for over $1 million, marking a significant case in the fight against cybercrime in South Africa.
Ecentric Systems ransom attempt: Cyber extortionist jailed for cyber crimes
A cyber terrorist has been sentenced to eight years in prison after attempting to extort Ecentric Systems in Cape Town, following a significant data breach.
Cyber extortionist jailed for ransom attempt on Ecentric Systems
Cyber criminal Lucky Majangandile Erasmus has been sentenced to eight years in prison after attempting to extort Ecentric Systems for over $1 million, marking a significant case in the fight against cybercrime in South Africa.
Police seize R1 million in cash and stolen bank cards from Parklands suspect
A foreign national arrested in Parklands faces serious charges as the investigation unfolds.
Foreign national arrested in Parklands with over R1 million in cash and stolen bank cards
A foreign national arrested in Parklands faces serious charges as the investigation unfolds.
Why cybercrime is a bigger concern than load shedding in South Africa
Recent cyber attacks on South African mobile networks highlight the escalating threat of cybercrime, with experts warning that the risks now surpass traditional challenges like load shedding.
Cyber-attacks pose a greater threat than load shedding in South Africa
Recent cyber hacks have raised alarms in South Africa, with experts warning that the risks of cybercrime may now overshadow even the persistent challenges of load shedding.
Cybercrime in South Africa surges as awareness grows
Discover how the KnowBe4 African Cybersecurity & Awareness Report 2025 reveals a troubling rise in cybercrime in South Africa, with over R1 billion lost in 2023