Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity news, data protection updates, cloud security trends, and digital threat intelligence for businesses and organizations in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region.
Uptime Institute Completes Acquisition of LEET Security S.L. to Deliver Comprehensive Cyber Security Rating System
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– Uptime Institute,(“Uptime”) the Global Digital Infrastructure Authority, a Dominus Capital, L.P. portfolio company, announced today that it has completed its acquisition of LEET Security S.L.. LEET Security provides an independent cyber security risk evaluation methodology and rating system that has been designed to specifically identify, characterize, and rate cyber security risk within any […]
With the release of the new Netflix Youseason, cybersecurity experts warn against the romanticisation of digital stalking
This February, the fourth season of the popular Netflix series, You, started, with viewers tuning in once again to follow the exploits of Joe Goldberg, an obsessive young man going to extreme lengths to insert himself into the lives of those he is transfixed by. Although Joe has made viewers’ hearts beat faster since the show first aired […]
48% of employees in Saudi Arabia fear losing their jobs to AI, yet 52% welcome them to do dangerous work
14 February 2023 AI use is on the rise, which poses a risk to the existence of many jobs across regions. Recently the ChatGPT bot was made available to the public – it can maintain a coherent conversation, explain complex scientific concepts, artistically translate texts between languages, and much more. Other types of robots have been among […]
Top five online dating threats cybercriminals are using this Valentine’s season
Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day, and for many, it inspires to look for a special someone. However, as online dating popularity continues to grow so do the threats from cybercriminals looking to exploit vulnerable individuals. In 2022, there were over 366 million online dating service users. By 2027, it is estimated that there will be 440 […]
Kaspersky survey: 74% of users hit by crypto cybercrime, while only 25% are fairly aware of crypto risks in Saudi Arabia
Kaspersky has explored cryptocurrency user trends, finding that just 36% of respondents felt well informed about potential cryptocurrency cyberthreats, while 10% had no information at all. In a survey, Kaspersky also discovered that half of the respondents had been affected by cryptocurrency crime in some way, with 57% of crypto owners did not believe current […]
Kaspersky Threat Intelligence enhances its threat data feeds, threat analysis and brand protection capabilities
The latest release of Kaspersky Threat Intelligence[1] service includes a range of improved feeds that contribute to a deeper understanding of cyberattackers’ behavior, tactics, techniques and procedures regardless of region or language. It also contains new integrated elements allowing for the protection of companies’ brands on social networks and in marketplaces. Cybercriminals can remain undetected in […]
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SolarWinds To Attend #LEAP23 with Spire Solutions
Attendees to get an overview of SolarWinds full-stack Hybrid Cloud Observability Solution at Stand No. H2.K30 SolarWinds, a leading provider of simple, powerful, and secure IT management software, today announced it will be attending LEAP 2023, February 06-09 at Riyadh Front Expo Centre, Saudi Arabia alongside its value-added distribution Partner in the region, Spire Solutions. The company will share updates and […]
Kaspersky Threat Intelligence enhances its threat data feeds, threat analysis and brand protection capabilities
The latest release of Kaspersky Threat Intelligence[1] service includes a range of improved feeds that contribute to a deeper understanding of cyberattackers’ behavior, tactics, techniques and procedures regardless of region or language. It also contains new integrated elements allowing for the protection of companies’ brands on social networks and in marketplaces. Cybercriminals can remain undetected in […]
Safer Internet Day: How to become a true security ninja in six simple steps
6 February, 2023 Safer Internet Day aims to raise awareness of emerging online issues and current concerns on February 7, 2023. For this day, Kaspersky experts have created a list of secure useful tips that can help protect personal data and money across your digital spaces. From loss of access to your game library or identity […]
Industrial cybersecurity challenge: defenses in energy and mining need to be strengthened
Throughout 2022, almost 38% of industrial control system (ICS) computers globally have been attacked with malware. In the Middle East, the figure sits at just over 42%, according to Kaspersky ICS CERT[1] statistics. This is a high growth threat landscape that no public or private sector entity, especially in critical sectors like energy and mining, can ignore. […]
New malware targets smartphones and PCs through Wi-Fi routers
In January 2023 Kaspersky researchers reported on a new domain name system (DNS) changer functionality used in the Roaming Mantis campaign. Now cybercriminals can use compromised Wi-Fi routers in cafes, airports hotels and other public places to potentially infect more Android smartphones with the Wroba.o malware. At the moment, the new technique targets users in South Korea, […]
Cryptocurrency volatility and security concerns: Kaspersky research identifies key barriers to crypto adoption in Saudi
Kaspersky explored user trends in cryptocurrency and found out that more than half of (60%) cryptocurrency users fear losing money due to volatility, and no longer use digital currencies, according to latest Kaspersky research. Additionally, 15% of respondents have already lost money and stopped investing as a result. The recent market downturn in 2022, coupled with ongoing malicious […]
SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media, despite staff shortages in 2023
Kaspersky’s experts share their predictions for challenges in Security Operation Centers (SOCs). In 2022, the number of incidents in government and mass media segments will grow, and the trend will continue this year. SOCs from these and other industries will likely face more reoccurring targeted attacks, as will supply chain attacks via telecommunication providers. Another threat awaiting SOCs is […]
How ChatGPT will influence cybersecurity
Kaspersky is exploring how the appearance of ChatGPT in the hands of the general public could change the established rules of the cybersecurity world. The move comes a few months after OpenAI released ChatGPT3 – one of the most powerful AI models to date. ChatGPT-3 can explain complex scientific concepts better than many teachers, write music and […]
Oliver Wyman appoints global head of cyber risk
Riyadh, January 23, 2023 – Oliver Wyman, a global management consulting firm and a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), has appointed Souheil Moukaddem as the new head of its Cyber Risk platform. In the global role, seasoned strategy leader Souheil will head the development of solutions in the field of Cyber Risk – utilizing the breadth and […]
Robotized production may be disrupted for weeks by a cyberattack, according to employees from Saudi Arabia
Robotics are used together with industrial control systems for production, replacing manual labor and improving business efficiency. However, according to Kaspersky research[1], the majority of employees in manufacturing companies in Saudi Arabia – 76% – believe that because of possible cyberattacks on robots, there are significant risks. For instance, 65% of employees think that in case of a […]
Cisco Identifies seven ‘Top of Mind’ Issues Impacting CISOs in 2023
Digitization initiatives have continued to be successful in the Middle East, and with rapid adoption of digital technologies, comes added and growing exposure to risks of cyber-attacks. These attacks are now sophisticated and have the potential to derail the progress and benefits of digitization. CISOs of organizations across the region play a significant role in […]
Kaspersky Safe Kids receives AV-TEST APPROVED Certificate for the seventh time in a row
Kaspersky Safe Kids has been recognized by AV-TEST for providing all the features necessary to protect kids across all their devices regardless of the operating system. Achieving an unprecedented APPROVED Parental Control Software certificate for the seventh time in a row, Kaspersky Safe Kids blocked an overall average of 92 percent of potentially inappropriate websites tested […]
The Last of Scams: cybercriminals empty fans’ wallets ahead of new series release
“The Last of Us”, one of the most anticipated series based on the PlayStation game of the same name, is finally out on HBO channel on 15th January, 2023. Knowing that after the series release the “The Last of Us” universe will have hundreds of thousands of new fans, cybercriminals were plotting new schemes before the […]
Miscommunications in IT security lead to cybersecurity incidents in 67% of companies
More than half of top-tier managers in the UAE and KSA (67%) admit that a miscommunication with the IT department or IT security team has resulted in at least one cybersecurity incident in their organizations. In terms of personal attitudes, the majority of non-IT executives cited a diminished sense of cooperation between different teams (37%) and said it […]
Cyber Immunity to be a key IT security theme across META region in 2023 and beyond
Threat landscape insights and predictions for 2023 show that META region will remain a target for increased cybercriminal activity. Today’s hyper-connected world requires to reconsider the way we approach cybersecurity. This is why Kaspersky has spent several years developing the methodology of creating Cyber Immune IT products – those with ‘innate’ protection against cyberthreats. Cyber […]
Bosch announces its participation at Intersec UAE 2023
All set to showcase a portfolio of cutting-edge safety and security solutions Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Bosch, a leading global supplier of technology and services today announces its participation at Intersec UAE 2023. Bosch, a company building solutions for a better life is all set to showcase its latest portfolio of AI-driven video systems, the […]