Kaspersky reports 2025 cyberattacks surged across shopping, gaming and streaming platforms, with more than 6.3m phishing attempts
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Apple
iPhone 17 launch sparks wave of AI-driven phishing scams across UAE and Saudi
Security researchers warn of sophisticated scams targeting UAE and Saudi consumers as Apple’s latest release fuels a wave of fraud
Abu Dhabi Police
Abu Dhabi Police issue social media Ramadan scam warning
Abu Dhabi warn public over fake social media prizes and Ramadan scams
Cybercriminals
WhatsApp job scam: Experts warn of ‘red flags’ as UAE residents battle ongoing ‘smishing’
Fake job offers have been making the rounds on social media with increasing prevalence on WhatsApp, here is what experts have to say
Cyberattack
‘No one is safe’ as global cyberattacks increase, says Kaspersky boss
Kaspersky’s Amin Hasbini discusses widespread ransomware and phishing attacks seen across the world including in UAE and Saudi Arabia, and the need for organisations to avoid cyber threats
Kuwait
Kuwait denies Sahel app hack, warns expats and citizens of online scams
Kuwait urges expats and citizens to use official government websites and apps
binance
Binance issues warning against rising WhatsApp scams in Dubai
Users are urged to stay alert and exercise caution against these possible phishing scams by following communication from official sources only
Blockchain
‘Romance scams’ dupe victims out of $374mn in crypto losses this year
Crypto criminals used romantic tactics to steal approximately $1 billion since May 2021, Chainalysis says
Dubai
UAE phishing scam: Dubai Police issues ‘urgent alert’ warning against clicking on emailed links to pay fines
Dubai Police warn of phishing scam emails with link to pay fines and service fees
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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
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UAE scam: Emirates Post, Salik fraud gang unmasked
A global cybersecurity firm has attributed the wave of recent scams in the UAE to a Chinese-speaking phishing gang codenamed PostalFurious
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UAE jobs: Over 2,400 fake listings targeting Arabic speakers uncovered
The job listings were created on social media impersonating companies from 13 countries
chief information security officer
Why CISO burnout is a growing threat to organisations in Saudi Arabia
Triumphing over challenges can cause burnout
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Majority UAE companies victim of cybercrime resulting in financial losses, insider threats: Report
Eight out of ten companies in the UAE have experienced email-based phishing attacks
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UAE ‘leading’ Middle East in cybersecurity, says SecureWorks chief
According to the expert, companies in the UAE must practice good cybersecurity hygiene
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Yahoo most impersonated brand in phishing attacks: Report
Research revealed that the brand hiked in popularity in Q4 2022
Brand View
‘We have a lot of work ahead of us’: Trend Micro, on securing MEA’s digital future
Cybersecurity leader’s regional VP Dr. Moataz Bin Ali maps out the challenges and potential pitfalls faced by business leaders as they try to take their place in the digital economy
