Author: ITPulse

Global cybersecurity and digital privacy company, Kaspersky has highlighted some measures organisations and individuals can stay protected against Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, which it disclosed increased by nearly 24% in the third quarter of 2021. Maintain web resource operations by assigning specialists who understand how to respond to DDoS attacks. Validate third-party agreements and contact information, including those made with Internet service providers. This helps teams quickly access agreements in case of an attack. Implement professional solutions to safeguard your organisation against DDoS attacks. For example, Kaspersky DDoS Protection combines Kaspersky’s extensive expertise in combating cyberthreats and the…

The total number of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks increased by nearly 24%, while the total number of smart attacks (advanced DDoS attacks that are often targeted) increased by 31% when compared to the same period last year. According to Kaspersky, some of the most notable targets were tools to fight the pandemic, government organisations, game developers, and well-known cybersecurity publications. When compared with Q3 2020, the total number of DDoS attacks increased by nearly 24%, and the total number of “smart” attacks increased by 31%. Both types of attacks also increased when compared to Q2 2021, with the…

A malware, named ‘AbstractEmu’, which can gain access to Android devices, take complete control of infected smartphones and silently modify device settings while simultaneously taking steps to evade detection is presently on the prowl, the Nigerian Communications Commission has said. According to the telecom regulator, the malware was discovered by the Nigerian Computer Emergency Response Team (ngCERT), the national agency established by the Federal Government to manage the risks of cyber threats in Nigeria, which also coordinates incident response and mitigation strategies to proactively prevent cyber-attacks against Nigeria The Commission disclosed that AbstractEmu has been found to be distributed via…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), on Monday said a large percentage of the projected N632Billion revenue for next year will come from the auctioning of 5G spectrum, which reserved price is pegged at N75billion. The Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Prof. Umar Danbatta, who stated this during budget defense session before the National Assembly Joint Committee on Communications, also dismissed the insinuations in some quarters that Fifth Generation Network ( 5G) is hazardous. According to Prof. Danbatta, the N632billion targeted revenue  will comprise of expected proceeds from 5G spectrum auction as each slot of the 5G spectrum is going for…

… As Ministry, NCC, NITDA Extend Their Support More companies have continued to indicate interest in the forthcoming ICT Growth Conference being organized by the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA), a ICT media  advocacy group. In the latest partnership buildup, Cloudflex Computing Services Limited, a leading indigenous Enterprise Cloud service provider that offers Information Technology as a service, along with Digital Encode, a cyber security consulting and integration firm; and Rack Center, Africa’s first carrier neutral state-of-the-art Tier III Constructed Facility Certified data centre operator, have opted to partner with NITRA as the industry advocacy group gears up for…

A redesigning of school curriculum in Nigeria to meet the 21st century demands is urgently needed, called stakeholders at this year’s African Edutech Conference. The stakeholders at the conference organized by the Nigerian British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) and Education First Nigeria Limited (Edufirst.ng), also tasked the government to begin to set machineries in place, stressing that a rethink of the future of the country’s  education has becomes necessary. Speaking on the essence of the conference, President of NBCC, Mrs. Bisi Adeyemi noted that the conference was designed  to explore the role of technology in the education sector and showcase…

To encourage development of new indigenous technologies and contents, that are oriented in cutting-edge research and stimulate sustainable economic growth, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has decided to give N20 million grant to four deserving tech startups in the country. Disclosing this in a statement signed by the Commission’s Director of Public Affairs, Dr. Ikechukwu Adinde, NCC said the four startups emerged from its virtual Internet of Things (IoT) Code Camp and Hackathon 2021, and they received N5 million each on their innovative technology solutions aimed at making life better for Nigerians. The four tech startups are: Clearflow System Hub,…

The 2021 edition of Digital Skills Insights, released by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has highlighted some measures to be taken by countries seeking digital transformation. The report noted that countries striving for digital transformation need to start with rigorous data and evidence collection, address specific digital skills gaps, and roll out relevant training in parallel with new network infrastructure. The eight articles in this year’s edition offer a thought-provoking discussion and analysis of the different types of digital skills required in the current and post-pandemic period. They also share key lessons and present concrete examples of digital skills policies,…

While many have focused on data analysis and its security at an organisational level, it is even more imperative for the realisation of smarter and more sustainable cities capable of providing citizens with a better, safer lifestyle. “Take consumption data of water and electricity at buildings as an example. This is often incorrect or unreliable. In many African countries both these utilities are distressed and putting measures in place to review the data and find ways to optimise usage cannot be ignored. While identifying low-hanging fruit like leaks, running taps, lights that do not get switched off or are not…

“Organizations cannot experience sustained growth until they make set of standards to guide their operations”  What Are Standard Operating Procedures? Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is a detailed and systemized instruction that is expressed in a step-by-step sequence on how the roles of employees should be carried out. A standard operating procedure is usually created by the employer in order to create a company culture that transcends individual differences in carrying out activities related to business and office management.  The Need For A Standard Operating Procedure? A standard operating procedure ensures that a business can be successful since it operates with…