Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity news, data protection updates, cloud security trends, and digital threat intelligence for businesses and organizations in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region.

Commvault signs agreement with UAE Cyber Security Council to strengthen national data protection
17 October 2023 – Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Commvault (NASDAQ: CVLT), a global enterprise leader in data management across on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the UAE Cyber Security Council at GITEX Technology Week 2023 in Dubai. The UAE Cyber Security Council was formed in 2020 by the Cabinet of the […]

Kaspersky and SADAFCO join efforts to elevate cyber literacy in the Middle East’s critical infrastructure sector
16 October 2023 On the first day of GITEX Global 2023, Kaspersky and Saudia Dairy and Food Stuff Company (SADAFCO) joined efforts to share best practices and elevate cybersecurity awareness within the critical infrastructure sector in the Middle East. According to the ICS CERT landscape report by Kaspersky, malicious objects of all types were detected and blocked […]

Cybersecurity in the Spotlight as GITEX GLOBAL 2023 Opens
Experts project that cybercrime will cause $10.5 trillion in annual damages by 2025 His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Al-Kuwaiti said: “Our vision is to create a great place to collaborate, work, and serve the entire world” UAE, October 16, 2023: The world’s leading cybersecurity experts have convened at GITEX GLOBAL 2023 to address the urgent challenges of […]

Kaspersky calls for responsible AI application, development & use in cybersecurity
Kaspersky has presented its ethical principles for developing and using systems employing artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning (ML), reinforcing its commitment to a transparent and responsible approach toward technology development. As AI algorithms play an increasingly prominent role in cybersecurity, the principles set out in Kaspersky’s whitepaper explain how the company ensures its AI-driven technologies are […]

In an Era of Escalating Cyber Threats, Commvault and Lenovo Simplify Enterprise Data Protection and Speed Recovery in the Hybrid Cloud
– Joint solution delivers a powerful combination of robust data protection, scalability, and operational efficiency to global customers – October 13, 2023 – Commvault®, an enterprise data protection leader for today’s global businesses, announced new highly reliable backup and recovery solutions for enterprise organizations, powered by Lenovo technology. Paired with Lenovo’s award-winning hardware systems, Commvault is delivering simplicity […]

Is your computer getting slow? Hackers may be using it to mine crypto
Cybersecurity experts warn users about crypto malware — a new way criminals use their victim’s devices to earn money A survey by NordVPN showed that every third user is afraid of losing access to the files on their computer due to a cyberattack. Experts notice that even though the scenario of losing a piece of private […]

Manchester City Legend Paul Dickov Joins Acronis at GITEX 2023
Cybercriminals are rapidly advancing their tactics, utilizing artificial intelligence and leveraging existing ransomware code to breach systems and extract sensitive information. Dubai, United Arab Emirates – October 11th, 2023: Global cyber protection expert, Acronis, is making its fourth appearance at the world’s largest technology showcase, GITEX Global Expo. To underscore its commitment to cybersecurity and its strategic sports partnerships, […]

ITU-ARCC and Huawei launch the World’s First Arab Cybersecurity Industry Development Strategic Maturity Model: A new guide to strengthen cybersecurity in Arab Region
The program will enable national cybersecurity governance and industry development to evaluate corporate cybersecurity capabilities against cyber threats and challenges with a thorough, holistic assessment that includes directions and indications for enhancing improvement in this vital area UAE, October 12, 2023: The ITU Arab Regional Cyber Security Center (ITU-ARCC), in partnership with Huawei, launched a new […]

ZORROSIGN EXPANDS DATA SECURITY SOLUTIONS WITH PROVENANCE BLOCKCHAIN
Latest Integration Delivers Cross-Chain Functionality for Greater Privacy and Security Dubai, 12 October 2023 – ZorroSign, a global leader in data security solutions built on multi-chain blockchain, today announced its advanced integration with Provenance Blockchain, the leading decentralized blockchain purpose-built for financial services with over $8 billion in real-world financial asset total value locked (TVL). This crucial […]

Splunk’s Inaugural GITEX Debut: Pioneering Digital Resilience in the Middle East
Dubai, UAE: 11th October 2023 – Splunk Inc., the cybersecurity and observability leader, is thrilled to announce its inaugural participation at the 43rd edition of GITEX Global this year. GITEX Global, the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia’s most prestigious technology event, will serve as an opportunity for Splunk to showcase its commitment to enhancing digital resilience, fortifying […]

Kaspersky launches all-new ‘jargon free’ cyber training for business leaders and executives
Kaspersky announced the launch of an all-new Cybersecurity for Executives Online Training, crucial for today’s digital businesses and entrepreneurs. The cybersecurity training is essential for risk management, crisis response, while also empowering business leaders when making effective informed decisions during security incidents. Cooperation between IT security teams and company boards has never been more important – or […]

Saudi Esports Federation and Kaspersky join forces to level up cybersecurity in gaming and content creation
Kaspersky today announced its partnership with the Saudi Esports Federation (SEF), becoming an exclusive partner for Saudi eLeagues and Voices of Saudi Esports in the category of cybersecurity and digital protection. This will help Kaspersky join the Saudi gaming community and steer the attention of gamers and content creators towards cyber awareness, and help them […]

Kaspersky SD-WAN: new solution to protect geo-distributed networks
9 October, 2023 A new Kaspersky solution is helping companies build reliable networks, maintain geo-distributed businesses, and connect new branches with a zero-touch experience. The Software Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) manages the entire corporate network from a single console, and converges individual communication channels and network functions of companies. According to the data provided by P&S […]

GITEX Global 2023: Huawei to promote industry intelligence, digitalization and cyber security leadership— Accelerating Intelligence for a Win-Win Intelligent Future
[UAE, Dubai, October 05, 2023] Huawei will participate in GITEX GLOBAL 2023 as a Gold Sponsor, where it will re-affirm its commitment to help all industries make the most of intelligence, digitalization and the strategic opportunities presented by AI, supported by cloud, advanced networks capabilities and digital power technologies. The company will also focus on […]

Suspected phishing that mimicks WormGPT surfaces on the Darknet
Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence experts have uncovered a series of websites on the shadow internet that appear to be selling fake access to the malicious AI-tool WormGPT. These sites have phishing-like characteristics, including varying designs, pricing, currencies used for payment, and some require upfront payment for access to a trial version. This trend, while not […]

Commvault to showcase industry leading AI-integrated data protection solutions at GITEX 2023
05 October 2023 – Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Commvault (NASDAQ: CVLT), a global enterprise leader in data management across on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments, will showcase its state-of-the-art data solutions at GITEX Technology Week 2023. The event takes place in Dubai from 16-20 October and welcomes international technology experts from across the world. During GITEX, Commvault’s team will highlight […]

Kaspersky introduces Academy Alliance, a new cooperation program for universities
Kaspersky is launching Academy Alliance, its new partnership program for higher education institutions. The alliance aims to integrate the company’s renowned cybersecurity expertise and Kaspersky’s latest technologies into teaching, providing two types of liaising with universities. To encourage young people to enter cybersecurity careers and prepare them for real-life cybersecurity tasks, Kaspersky has shared its practical experience with […]

Krank achieves ISO 27001 certification
Krank, a leading SaaS platform providing innovative solutions for the remarketing of used equipment for the likes of Liebherr and Maxim Cranes, has been awarded ISO 27001 certification. Recognized for being the gold standard of data security, the certification is a global acknowledgement of Krank’s information security management system (ISMS). Global technology giants, including Amazon, […]

SANS Cyber Safari 2023 to Power Saudi Vision 2030 with Elite Cybersecurity Training in Riyadh
Attendees will gain unparalleled practical cybersecurity experience to deal with evolving threats Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – October 04, 2023: SANS Institute, the global leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, has announced the SANS Cyber Safari 2023 training programme to be held at the JW Marriot Hotel Riyadh from October 7 to 19, 2023. As the largest cybersecurity training […]

Freedom, plurality, safety: keeping Mastodon private and secure
Social networks have long accustomed us to the idea that users love getting together and making friends. But once Facebook, Instagram, X (ex-Twitter), TikTok, etc. became too big for those who prefer smaller communities. Pushed out of the original social network, they decided to join Mastodon. Mastodon is an open-source software based social platform, similar […]

Genetec showcases advanced solutions for protecting the everyday at Intersec Saudi Arabia 2023
Experts will discuss key findings from the Genetec State of Physical Security report, along with predictions for the Saudi security landscape over the coming year. Advanced security and analytics solutions are seen as pivotal to the Kingdom’s smart city initiatives, and empowering Saudi organizations to enhance operational efficiency. Riyadh, KSA (3 October, 2023) – As organizations across Saudi […]

Unmasking Zanubis: banking Trojan’s sneaky evolution and cryptocurrency threats unveiled
2 October 2023 Kaspersky experts have analyzed a recent campaign by Zanubis, a banking Trojan distinguished by its adeptness at assuming the guise of legitimate applications. The investigation also sheds light on the recently AsymCrypt cryptor/loader and the evolving Lumma stealer, underscoring the increasing need for enhanced digital security. Zanubis, an Android banking trojan, surfaced […]
