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The fingerprints might indicate China, but that’s not so easy to prove. Shutterstock

How we trace the hackers behind a cyber attack

This week’s hack of the Bureau of Meteorology appeared to come from China, but how do we know? The problem is, it’s notoriously difficult to pinpoint the origin of a hack.
Phishing is a growing problem across Africa. South Africa has the highest number of victims. shutterstock

What South Africa is doing to make a dent in cyber crime

Cyber security has been identified as a global challenge, with Africa facing renewed threats through increasing internet use across many platforms.
There’s a dark side to the internet. powtac/Flickr

Explainer: what is the dark web?

There’s a dark side of the internet, where almost anything goes, or can be bought for the right price.
No one is immune from cyber crime… no matter how protected you think you are. Flickr/Louish Pixel

Why we should all care about cyber crime: the risk to you and me

If you think you’re not at risk from cyber crime then think again. Everyone connected to the internet is a potential target and hackers are gathering what they can to try to gain your trust.
Blogger and media critic Anita Sarkeesian in a Feminist Frequency video. from www.feministfrequency.com

Rape threats and cyberhate? Vote no to the new digital divide

Cyberhate would deny women their full democratic rights as citizens, yet this is trivialised and dismissed – just as sexual violence, discrimination and workplace harassment have been for decades.

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