The study shows that cyberattacks in the Middle East doubled in Q4 2023 and tripled in Q1 2024 compared to the previous year
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Researchers warn of sophisticated ‘Voldemort’ malware targeting multiple industries: Report
The campaign impersonated tax authorities from various countries, including the UK’s HM Revenue & Customs, to distribute the malware
Cybercriminals place passwords in crosshairs as attacks jump 583%: Report
Cybercriminals ramp up identity-based intrusions in 2023 as Kerberoasting attacks surge 583%
Global companies invest the most in cybersecurity solutions this year: Latest research
The most prominent cyber attacks last year were phishing, malware and data breaches (27%), causing serious financial damages to companies
Red alert for millions of Android users – dangerous spyware found in over 100 apps on Google Play
The spyware has also created measures to adjust its operating routine to avoid being detected by security researchers, a report by antivirus company Dr Web said
How dangerous are large language models such as ChatGPT and what threat do they pose to cybersecurity
A common threat that language models entail include the automation of sophisticated malware with limited knowledge of coding
India ranks third globally in facing cyberthreats in the Christmas week
Portugal and Thailand topped the list of countries in terms of the most cyberthreats received during the week
Most UAE residents worried about hacking as cyberattack threat looms, survey reveals
Personal devices connected to public networks could increase threat levels, Cisco experts warn
2023 to be costliest, most destructive year for cybersecurity as recession fears force firms to cut budgets
Ransomware gangs targeting supply chain firms for mounting focused attacks to extract optimum rewards and new strains such as fileless malwares not requiring downloads will be among the potent cybercrime trends in the coming year
Five ways to combat evolving cyberthreats in UAE businesses
Each year, Kaspersky research sees advanced cyberthreats trends business should know about. These five action points could save you a big clean-up job
March sees daily malware rising across the UAE
Latest data by Acronis records a 122 percent increase in malware detection over one week
How to stay safe online with these five tips
Security can be uncomfortable but convenience often plays into the hands of cybercriminals
‘Let’s finally take the fight to the bad actors’ – Trend Micro
Cybersecurity leader’s MENA VP set out a new battle plan for the region’s enterprises at GITEX, as they prepare to mount defences fit for the new normal
Video: UAE authorities tackle rising cybercrime during Covid-19 pandemic
Big Data, blockchain and the internet of things (IoT) have positively disrupted many Middle East and North African societies, economies and industries in recent years. However, with these technological advancements have come greater security risks.
Video: How to stay safe from cyber threats?
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, TRA, responded to approximately 34,000 cyber-attacks, during April.
Video: ‘Krack Attack’ Wi-Fi security flaw requires you to update everything
A weakness discovered in WPA2 encryption affects almost every Wi-Fi device. Unless the flaw is patched, hackers could potentially spy on everything you do online.