A recent cyberattack in Kenya has exposed sensitive private business information of President William Ruto and former President Uhuru Kenyatta, among other prominent individuals. This attack targeted the Business Registration Services (BRS), a government agency holding crucial data on registered companies. The incident highlights the growing threat of cybercrime in Kenya, where cybersecurity incidents have surged dramatically in recent years.
The attack targeted the Business Registration Services, one of Kenya 's most data-rich government agencies. The BRS holds sensitive, private information on all registered companies, including their owners, beneficial owners, and directors.
In a major breach of security, a cyberattack in Kenya exposed the private business dealings of President William Ruto and former President Uhuru Kenyatta, among other prominent… Kenya's total cyberattacks increased by 16.5 percent to 1.1 billion between April and June 2024, up from 971.4 million recorded in the previous quarter last month faced a cyber attack where an unauthorized actor tried to access the airline's systems. The rise in cyber threats have reportedly forced firms, particularly in the financial sector, to be more vigilant. Cyber security threats are estimated to have cost the economy ...
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