Zain Group’s fully owned global services subsidiary, Mada Communications, has announced that it will be rolling out a next-generation, cloud-ready DDoS mitigation technology in partnership with application security experts F5 Networks.
Down the rabbit hole: Beware of Bad Rabbit ransomware
The ransomware prompts users to download an Adobe Flash update when visiting an infected website instead of attacking a weakness in the computer’s security.
Blockchain, AI and machine learning to reshape digital businesses in 2018
Blockchain, together with artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, and virtual and augmented reality, have the potential to deliver disruptive outcomes and reshape digital business in 2018, according to predictions by Dimension Data.
Why companies need to keep insider threats in check
While most businesses are focused on preventing and mitigating external threats, there is often a greater danger their security teams need to worry about closer to home – insider threats.
North Korea behind WannaCry attack: UK minister
The British government has admitted that it is “as sure as possible” that North Korea carried out the “WannaCry” malware …
CPT announces Gold partnership status with Cisco
Computer & Power Technology (CPT) UAE, part of MDS UAE Group, has achieved Gold channel partnership status with Cisco, highlighting …
Attivo Networks secures $21 million in latest funding round
The funding round was led by Trident Capital Cybersecurity with participation from existing investors Bain Capital Ventures and Omidyar Technology Ventures.
SANS Institute opens registrations for ‘SANS Gulf Region 2017’
SANS Institute has announced that its cybersecurity training event in the Middle East, taking place in Dubai from the 4th to the 16th of November.
ESET introduces Chrome Cleanup
ESET, a global cybersecurity company, has launched Chrome Cleanup, a new scanner and cleaner for Google Chrome designed to help users browse the web ‘safely and without interruption.’
Google to launch advanced Gmail security features for high-risk users
The advanced protection features include an option to require a physical USB security key to connect to a desktop computer before each log-in as a way to verify a user’s identity.
Kaspersky Lab uncovers new zero day exploit
Kaspersky Lab’s advanced exploit prevention system has identified a new Adobe Flash zero day exploit, used in an attack on 10 October by a threat actor known as Black Oasis.
DarkMatter rethinks security for digital society
At GITEX, UAE-based security firm DarkMatter is talking about building cyber resilience and trust as organisations in the Middle East embark on their digital transformation journey.
BlueBorne attack: A closer look at Bluetooth vulnerabilities
In the age of digitisation, it is important to keep abreast with the latest information about the ever changing threat landscape and associated cybersecurity challenges.
Barracuda Networks: Email the biggest enterprise vulnerability
Email security specialist Barracuda Networks has warned against the dangers the enterprise faces as a result of slack security around employee communication.
Check Point showcases centrally-managed security architecture
Cybersecurity firm Check Point is staking its claim in the Middle East region at this year’s GITEX, by seeking to raise awareness around its security portfolio.
Mansour Al Ketbi unites IT teams for $125 billion Mubadala Investment Company
Following the historic merger of Mubadala Development Company and International Petroleum Investment Company into a $125-billion-asset behemoth, work needed to …
Kaspersky Lab highlights endpoint detection and response
The company will launch its pilot programme for Kaspersky EDR during GITEX Technology Week 2017.
Report: ME firms risk big bucks in ransomware costs
The average Middle East organisation faces high risk of ransomware attacks, which could cost nearly $1 million, industry experts said …
Mimecast to put spotlight on cloud-based email security
Mimecast, an email and data security company, will discuss how organisations can build a comprehensive cyber resilience strategy for email as part of its participation at GITEX Technology Week.
Thwarting breaches with managed detection and response
By the time data breaches have run their course, it is often too late. The resulting loss of revenue, reputation, …