Top 3 Ransomware Attacks Hitting SA SMEs in 2026
Phishing with MFA bypass, RDP brute-force, and fake e-invoicing are the top 3 we see in Gauteng. Here is how we block each in 30 minutes.
1. Phishing with MFA bypass (AitM): Hackers proxy your login page, steal session cookie, bypass MFA. Solution: Conditional Access + number matching MFA + blocking legacy auth.
2. RDP brute-force: Many SMEs still expose Remote Desktop directly. We see 4000+ attempts per day. Solution: Disable public RDP, use VPN or Windows 365, enable lockout.
3. Fake e-invoicing: Supplier account hacked, you get real invoice with new banking details. Solution: M365 anti-spoofing + Safe Links + finance team verification process.
Our M365 Secure package at R450/user enables all three protections in 5 days. Includes monthly health report showing threats blocked.
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