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SOCIAL ENGINEERING

Social engineering is the act of manipulating people into giving away confidential information. Attackers often impersonate trusted organizations such as banks, suppliers, IT staff, or mobile carriers to steal passwords, credit card numbers, or sensitive corporate data. Once they obtain your credentials, they can impersonate you, steal information, commit fraud, or gain access to company…

Possible Future AI Features in OBRS

Artificial Intelligence (AI) could significantly enhance efficiency, accuracy, and user experience in URSB’s Online Business Registration System (OBRS). AI-Powered Name Similarity & Reservation A humanoid robot works in an office on a laptop, showcasing the utility of automation in repetitive and tedious tasks. Instead of relying on basic string matching, AI could analyse spelling, phonetics, abbreviations,…

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): The Mandatory Security Standard

In today's complex digital environment, relying solely on passwords to protect systems is dangerously insufficient. Due to increasingly sophisticated cyber-attacks, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) has emerged as the global standard for secure access, and organizations like URSB are rapidly integrating it. How MFA Works MFA is a security approach that demands a user provide two or…

Passwords: The small step that protects your biggest assets

Passwords are the last lines of defense between a hacker and your personal and corporate information. Strong computer security password concept. Changing a weak easy Password for a strong one. Handwritten text on notepad on laptop 1. What we use passwords for; Social media accounts (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp) Personal and corporate devices (e.g. laptops,…

ISBAT University Students Explore ICT Innovations at URSB

Last week, on 24th October 2025, the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) had the pleasure of hosting students from ISBAT University, Kampala, for an Industrial Awareness Visit at the Uganda Business Facilitation Center, Kololo. The visit aimed to expose students to URSB’s cutting-edge ICT infrastructure, data center operations, and cybersecurity initiatives, deepening their understanding of…