Cybersecurity

Genetec Inc. called on Middle East governments and enterprises to integrate physical security systems into their IT network strategies as cyber threats grow more sophisticated.

An unreleased Anthropic model known as Claude Mythos AI surfaced online, raising cybersecurity concerns about unfiltered language models and AI data governance.

Group-IB researchers warn that fake shipment tracking scams are surging across the Middle East and Africa, driven by Phishing-as-a-Service platforms targeting parcel delivery users.

Supply chain attacks affected 31% of enterprises globally and 30% in Saudi Arabia over the past 12 months, topping all other cyberthreat categories in a new Kaspersky study.

Google has officially closed its acquisition of Wiz, the cloud security company. Wiz will continue operating as a multi-cloud platform while integrating with Google Cloud and Gemini AI.

Fortinet’s 2026 report documents a 1,300% global rise in AI-driven cyber fraud and places Saudi Arabia among the top cybersecurity performers in the Middle East and Africa.

Splunk’s CISO Report 2026 surveyed 650 security leaders globally and found that agentic AI is reshaping threat detection, personal accountability, and workforce strategy across the cybersecurity sector.

GEOSA delegation led by Dr. Mohammed bin Yahya Alsayel participated in DGI 2026 in London. The conference focused on geospatial security and defense technologies.

Kaspersky releases KATA 8.0 with advanced anomaly detection, shadow IT monitoring, and enhanced integration capabilities for network security teams.

Censys appoints Meriam ElOuazzani as VP for META to lead cybersecurity expansion. The move includes new hires and focuses on partnerships in the region.

A Kaspersky study shows 67% of KSA firms plan AI-driven SOCs, but face data and talent challenges. Findings highlight expectations and barriers in AI adoption for security operations.

Kyndryl has opened its first Cyber Defence Operations Centre in Bengaluru, India, unifying network and security operations as agentic AI reshapes enterprise risk.

Anthropic has launched Claude Code Security in a limited research preview, offering Enterprise and Team customers an AI-powered tool to scan codebases and suggest patches for complex vulnerabilities.

Kaspersky identifies fake ticket sales, counterfeit merchandise and fraudulent streaming services targeting 2026 Winter Olympics fans through sophisticated phishing schemes.

KnowBe4 appoints Kelly Morgan as Chief Customer Officer, bringing over 20 years of executive experience to drive global customer success and enhance human and AI risk management solutions.

Saudi organizations must evolve from reactive security models to Autonomous SecOps as AI-driven attacks outpace human response capabilities across critical sectors.

Kaspersky reveals a 15% increase in malicious email attacks during 2025, with over 144 million threats detected globally as spam reached 44.99% of all email traffic.

Kaspersky launches Hunt Hub platform with enhanced threat detection transparency, expanded vulnerabilities database, and improved MITRE ATT&CK coverage for security teams.

Cisco expands AI Defense platform with new agentic security features, AI-aware SASE capabilities, and industry-first post-quantum cryptography protections for enterprises.

Saudi Arabia’s National Cybersecurity Authority is significantly enhancing national cyber defense capabilities to protect vital infrastructure and support economic growth.

Kaspersky uncovers sophisticated Notepad++ supply chain attack with multiple hidden infection chains targeting organizations across Asia and Latin America, revealing critical security risks for global enterprises.

Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4.6 has discovered over 500 high-severity security flaws in major open-source libraries, demonstrating AI’s growing role in cybersecurity defense.