Presight has announced the attainment of nine ISO certifications, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey since its listing on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) in 2023. These certifications encompass various aspects of organisational management, including corporate governance, risk management, quality, health and safety, environment, information security, privacyRead More…

Fortinet has released its 2024 Global Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report, which highlights ongoing challenges related to the cybersecurity skills shortage impacting organisations around the globe. The study also included large organisations from the UAE. “The findings from our 2024 Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report highlight a critical issue facing organisations inRead More…

Kaspersky has uncovered a sophisticated evolution of phishing techniques used by cybercriminals to bypass two-factor authentication (2FA), a crucial security measure designed to protect online accounts. Despite the widespread adoption of 2FA by many websites and its mandatory implementation by numerous organizations, attackers have developed advanced methods, combining phishing withRead More…

TechBridge Distribution, the leading Channel Value-Added Distributor (CVAD) in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, has announced its partnership with DerSecur, a comprehensive application security solution provider, known for its innovative DerScanner tool that integrates multiple security testing methodologies to provide robust application security. This collaboration is set toRead More…

Researchers at Kaspersky keep a close eye on Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) and are observing 19 active threat actors that currently target organizations within the Middle East. Whilst these threat actors target a wide range of entities, Kaspersky researchers identified government, telecommunications and diplomatic institutions as the top targets inRead More…

SANS Institute is returning to Saudi Arabia with SANS Riyadh Cyber Leaders August 2024 (August 18-22) at the Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya, a comprehensive training event designed for security managers and SOC leaders who are committed to enhancing their leadership and technical skills, through both in-person training and simultaneous liveRead More…

Kaspersky has announced the release of its upgraded iOS and Android mobile apps, with updates focusing on security, privacy and improved usability. Among new features available in the iOS app are the Security Scan button, Private Browsing option and a Siri-shortcut feature,Read More…