#RegulatoryFrameworks

Middle East Cybersecurity Efforts Catch Up After Late Start

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November 13, 2024 at 07:01AM Increased cyber threats and hacktivism in the Middle East have prompted countries to develop advanced cybersecurity regulations. Nations like Saudi Arabia and Qatar are building frameworks based on international standards to protect investments. However, uneven enforcement and a talent shortage hinder effectiveness, complicating compliance for companies operating in the region. … Read more

Millions of Microsoft Accounts Power Lattice of Automated Cyberattacks

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December 18, 2023 at 05:14PM Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit disrupted the Storm-1152 cybercrime-as-a-service provider that fraudulently created and sold over 750 million Microsoft accounts, generating millions in illicit profits. The group utilized fake profiles, automated criminal activities, and bypassed security measures like CAPTCHAs. Microsoft identified the main operators and shut down Storm-1152’s US-based infrastructure. The … Read more