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Business / Economics

Otjiwarongo Municipality Hit by Ransomware Attack Linked to “INC Ransom”

  A cybersecurity breach involving the Otjiwarongo Municipality has been identified by the national cyber response team under the Communications Regulatory Authority. According to spokesperson Mufaro Nesongano, the threat was detected yesterday via trusted cyber intelligence sources. Preliminary evidence suggests data exfiltration and a ransom demand from a group calling itself “INC Ransom.”   

today17 July, 2025

Opinion Pieces

Lockbit 3.0 Ransomware: What you need to know

  By: Ednard Toivo Ransomware is malicious software (malware) designed to block access to a computer system or its data until a ransom has been paid. It is targeted against individuals, corporations, and governments, among others. Once a ransomware attack occurs, victims usually find their files encrypted with a payout message attached to them, and the payment is often made in the form of cryptocurrency. This attack can weaken an […]

today15 January, 2025

Business / Economics

Hacking Group “God” Claims Attack on Health Ministry’s Pharmaceutical Systems

The health ministry has deactivated some servers amid cybersecurity alerts following a Telecom Namibia hack. Executive director Ben Nangombe denied awareness of any direct attack or ransom demands but noted anonymized files circulating online. The hacking group Hunters International leaked 356 pages of sensitive data, including files from the Presidency, Prime Minister's Office, and Defence Ministry. A group, calling itself "God," claimed responsibility for targeting the health ministry's pharmaceutical systems.

today16 December, 2024