UAE Government Cyber Chief: We Face 50K Cyberattacks Daily

January 30, 2024 at 10:26AM The UAE public sector handles 50,000 daily cyberattack attempts, including port scanning, phishing emails, DDoS, and ransomware. Ministries collaborate with the private sector to bolster resilience. Private sector faces double or triple the threats, with the financial sector most vulnerable. Annual cyber incidents in UAE businesses have risen, prompting the … Read more

UAE Faces Fresh Plague of Phishing Scams, Poisoned Searches

January 11, 2024 at 02:35PM A surge in phishing scams in the UAE has prompted warnings from authorities and businesses, particularly concerning fake websites posing as official entities. These counterfeit sites are being promoted through search engine manipulation and tactics such as ‘Black Hat’ SEO Poisoning. Reports also highlight an increase in phishing emails impersonating … Read more

Emirates CISOs Flag Rampant Cybersecurity Gaps

December 1, 2023 at 12:34PM 96% of UAE security chiefs acknowledge the need for team, process, and technological enhancements to address cyberattacks. Over half feel they lack necessary technical knowledge, while many are hindered by manual processes and disconnected security controls. Investing in cybersecurity is essential, as recovery often exceeds prevention costs. Meeting Takeaways: 1. … Read more