Cyber Security Awareness Month: Phishing from an AI Angle

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Artificial intelligence is transforming almost every part of our digital lives, including how cybercriminals operate. In episode two of our annual Cyber Security Awareness Month series, Brinley Schutters, the new Information Governance Officer in the Centre for Information Governance at Stellenbosch University’s Institutional Strategy, Research & Analytics (ISRA), joins Wilné van Rooyen to explore how AI is reshaping one of the most common online threats: phishing.

Brinley breaks down what phishing really is, how attackers use AI to make scams more convincing, and why even the most tech-savvy users can be caught off guard. He also shares practical advice on how to protect yourself — from recognising suspicious messages to using multi-factor authentication and keeping your software up to date.

Whether you’re a student, staff member, or researcher, this episode will help you understand how to stay alert, think critically, and protect your personal data in an AI-driven digital landscape.

Listen now to get smart about phishing and stay one step ahead of cyber threats.
5 Nov 2025 English South Africa News · Society & Culture

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