security

  1. Luis

    Smart glasses privacy warning for South Africa

    Smart glasses privacy warning for South Africa ESET Southern Africa cybersecurity researcher Allan Juma has warned South Africans of the significant security and privacy risks associated with smart glasses. Speaking to Cape Talk, Juma cautioned that recordings captured by smart glasses could...
  2. Luis

    Security capabilities of virtual cards in South Africa

    Security capabilities of virtual cards in South Africa Virtual cards can help limit the risk of fraud on people's bank accounts, but users should not get a false sense of security when it comes to the technology's anti-fraud capabilities. These digital cards are still susceptible to various...
  3. Luis

    FlySafair user data leak during anticipated R12 ticket sale

    FlySafair user data leak during anticipated R12 ticket sale Popular low-cost South African airline FlySafair leaked the private information of users participating in its highly anticipated R12-a-ticket birthday sale on Wednesday. MyBroadband was informed that the sale site’s bulletin chat API...
  4. Colin@afrihost

    Phishing alert

    Don't get caught by this phishing email (attached screenshot). It's quite realistic and the quoted account number is in the right format, but the sender's address is obviously not Afrihost, and there is a warning, not visible in the screenshot, "If the balance on your account is not settled in...
  5. D

    Learning and growing

    Good morning everyone on this chilly day. I would like to find out, what would be the courses to study to gain substantial knowledge on setting up my own private networks, learning Linux etc. I am tired (gatvol) of these browsers asking to save my credit card details, passwords, and I am sure...
  6. Anthro

    Do Hosting companies ever review security forums / reports of compromised sites ?

    Have done a few scans myself and found compromised sites on Afrihost, Xneelo (Hetzner) and 1Grid - all co-located websites so far Compromised sites all been Pwned in the last week
  7. I

    FNB App Payments Approval

    Hi all, had a post about this some years ago. FNB app payment apporval is non-existent. Twice in the last 2 days I've done payments that asked for approval - 1 I denied (wife using card and didnt tell me) and the other I left it too long to approve and it cancelled. Both times I retried the...
  8. P

    Landscape garden lighting

    Calling on garden lovers and lighting experts! I'm about to dive into landscape lighting for my garden, and I could really use some friendly advice and pointers from experienced folks. I've done some homework but I need some help! One thing to note before we start: my house is off the grid with...
  9. B

    Available in SA: opinions on phone security

    Hi I'm new to this forum :) Wondering if anyone has any opinions re: phones with better security features in the SA market. I've had a Huawei for more than 4 years now. Their reputation, deserved or undeserved, of being insecure, makes me want to explore other options. I'm aware that how...
  10. Random3328

    Major DSTV security flaw

    Hey all I raised this to DSTV support last year and they haven't done anything, I was more asked why I did such a thing in the first place. People who have DSTV accounts outside of South Africa, can technically access another person's account in SA, just by simply logging in with their connect...
  11. RedViking

    Ajax or RING or EZVIZ or IDS or PARADOX ? (Smart Wireless Security)

    I want to start with two motion sensors, two door sensors and then be able to expand over time. Later want to add two outdoor sensors. Ajax is the king of it all, but comes at a steep price. Are the others worth considering? IDS and Paradox is easy to link with armed response, but the other...
  12. C

    Pfsense Setup

    Hi @All Just curious who uses Pfsense for their home network and what have you configured on Pfsense in terms of hardware / packages / security etc etc Charl
  13. Think360

    OSINT and Ethical Hacking workshop

    "Hi folks, next week on the 27th and 28th we are holding two workshops: OSINT on the 27th and Ethical Hacking on the 28th at our large Cape Town campus situated at Century City. The OSINT workshop is comparable to content you would expect from the SANS Org and consists of workflow...
  14. J

    Can anyone recommend a good Wireless Security Camera?

    Hey guys, Ive been looking for some good but not bank-breaking wireless security cameras, need IR/Night Vision due to them going outside. Currently looking at this product https://www.takealot.com/andowl-q-s4-full-hd-4k-wireless-smart-camera-waterproof-outdoor-/PLID71639677 not sure if anyone...
  15. CheddarByte

    Darktracer: Server credentials being sold for 'south-african state owned energy company'

    To add to eskom's list of problems:
  16. J

    Home lighting

    Hi, I was wondering if anyone could help me. I've bought what seems like a hundred rubbish lights for outside now and I'm really getting sick of having to replace them. Could someone recommend what they know as a good outside light brand or model that can do as many of the following things as...
  17. J

    Home security options

    So my wife and I recently moved into our own home for the first time, and everything is great. However one thing that still worries her is just the security of the house while we're away. So I've been considering putting in an alarm company like ADT. But trying to get a hold of these people...
  18. Hanno Labuschagne

    SA tech stores are using these vaults to stop criminals

    SA tech stores are using these vaults to stop criminals Numerous South African stores are using time-delay vaults to protect their expensive stock from robbers and burglars. Due to their compact designs and high prices, smartphones and laptops have become prime targets for thieves. The latest...
  19. S

    Revix account?

    Checking my mails this morning, I see two mails from Revix. Strange as I'd never heard of them, much less used them. First one was a 'confirm your email address', second was a sign-up bonus/welcome email. Both are from [email protected], so it doesn't appear to be a phishing attack. I did not...
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