TahawulTech.com
  • TahawulTech.com
  • Country/Region
    • UAE
      • Lebanese Prime Minister tours Museum of the Future during official visit to UAE 
      • Qi Card powers digital leap beyond borders
      • Hedera Hashgraph delivers scalable, secure, sustainable blockchain solutions for enterprises, governments
      • e& charts future of connectivity with visionary 6G whitepaper
      • DOE inks agreement with Presight, AIQ for AI solutions and digital transformation 
    • Saudi Arabia
      • Smart security adoption rises in Saudi homes with a digital-first approach
      • Cisco expands partnership with Saudi Arabia 
      • Sophos powers up cybersecurity in the UAE 
      • Aster Pharmacy unveils largest regional store in Riyadh, pioneering digital healthcare integration
        Aster Pharmacy unveils largest regional store in Riyadh, pioneering digital healthcare integration
      • Cisco expands in Saudi Arabia with cloud data centers, AI talent development, and manufacturing plans
    • Oman
      • Microsoft AI Tour showcases groundbreaking AI innovations for Oman
      • Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi
      • KROHNE delivers insights to inspire the next generation of engineers in Oman
      • Oracle supports major project to accelerate Oman digital economy
      • Ooredoo accelerates cybersecurity in Oman with new deal
    • Bahrain
      • Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi
      • BDB launches “tijara” platform for SMEs
      • Bahrain achieves full nationwide 5G coverage
      • Batelco, SonicWall launch integrated security solutions for SMEs in Bahrain
      • Bahrain to offer COVID-19 test results on WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger
    • Kuwait
      • Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi
      • Infopercept opens its first Middle East office in Kuwait
      • Microsoft Compliance Manager now available in Kuwait
      • Commercial Bank of Kuwait gets mobile payments moving with Thales Digital Solutions
      • Ooredoo chooses Fortinet to deliver secure SD-WAN managed services in Kuwait
    • Africa
      • Rise of Fearless launches $700K investment round to advance Web3 mobile gaming in Africa 
      • e& enterprise and RAIN Technology to revolutionise Operating Room efficiency in hospitals across MEA
      • Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi
      • Looking for the best label solutions in South Africa? Go OKI!
      • OKI is only going bigger in the South African market!
    • Middle East
      • Qi Card powers digital leap beyond borders
      • Innovations in OT Security: Positive Technologies paves way for a safer tomorrow
      • Virginia’s cyber vision finds momentum in Middle East
      • Cynalytica pioneers cybersecurity solutions for critical infrastructure protection 
      • Why Passwords still matter as a first line of cybersecurity in Middle East
    • Global
      • Cynalytica pioneers cybersecurity solutions for critical infrastructure protection 
      • Samsung, e& UAE sign strategic MoU to advance AI-driven innovation, digital experiences at MWC
      • Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi
      • Gender Lens investing vital to economic recovery
      • Virgin Hyperloop unveils location for Hyperloop certification centre
  • Industry
    • Education
      • e& marks milestone in AI Graduate Programme, empowering 284 Emirati tech leaders
      • DHA signs MoU to train leadership in AI
      • Dubai Future Foundation, University of Birmingham Dubai boost AI collaboration  
      • GDRFA – Dubai launches 8th ICEQ International Conference
      • Bybit partners with University of Wollongong in Dubai to host Demo Trading Challenge
    • Energy
      • DOE inks agreement with Presight, AIQ for AI solutions and digital transformation 
      • Solis poised to transform Dubai’s skyline and deserts into beacons of sustainability
      • Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi
      • Huawei launches ground-breaking solar inverter at World Future Energy Summit
      • Middle East Energy to further boost their sustainability agenda
    • Financial services
      • MENA Fintech Association launches Türkiye Chapter in collaboration with Insha Ventures
      • Hedera Hashgraph delivers scalable, secure, sustainable blockchain solutions for enterprises, governments
      • Blockchain for Good: ADI Foundation powers a trusted, tokenised future
      • “This has been one of our best years yet, even in the face of significant macroeconomic uncertainty.” – Yuanqing Yang, Lenovo CEO
      • MENA Fintech Association announces new leadership for Digital Assets Working Group 
    • Government
      • Lebanese Prime Minister tours Museum of the Future during official visit to UAE 
      • MENA Fintech Association launches Türkiye Chapter in collaboration with Insha Ventures
      • Hedera Hashgraph delivers scalable, secure, sustainable blockchain solutions for enterprises, governments
      • e& charts future of connectivity with visionary 6G whitepaper
      • DOE inks agreement with Presight, AIQ for AI solutions and digital transformation 
    • Healthcare
      • DHA to leverage AI-powered ‘Genesys’ system in contact centre services 
      • AI to lead Dubai’s healthcare transformation, says DHA head
      • BD hosts Healthcare Summit in Riyadh in line with Vision 2030
      • e& enterprise and RAIN Technology to revolutionise Operating Room efficiency in hospitals across MEA
      • How will Agentic AI ease healthcare’s workforce crisis?
    • Property
      • DLD boosts transparency with AI-enabled real estate advertising governance 
      • MBRHE and Beyond Limits AI MoU to enhance digital transformation
      • Huspy launches GCC’s first AI-powered mortgage chatbot to transform home financing  
      • DLD, VARA collaborate to boost leadership in realty and virtual assets regulation
      • Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi
    • Retail
      • Hushday enters UAE market with private luxury sales and steep discounts
      • Jacky’s Business Solutions unveils Agentic AI offering to accelerate GCC’s autonomous business future
      • Skills gap, data hurdles, and ethics key to unlocking AI in GCC retail, says Al-Futtaim
      • ASUS unveils latest ExpertBook P1 models
      • 75% of retailers say AI Agents will be essential to compete
    • Technology
      • Lebanese Prime Minister tours Museum of the Future during official visit to UAE 
      • e& charts future of connectivity with visionary 6G whitepaper
      • DOE inks agreement with Presight, AIQ for AI solutions and digital transformation 
      • Redefining cybersecurity distribution with AI-driven innovation enhances threat detection, automates security response
      • e& marks milestone in AI Graduate Programme, empowering 284 Emirati tech leaders
    • Transport & Logistics
      • RTA launches AI Strategy 2030 featuring 81 projects and initiatives 
      • Emirates Group co-locates to world’s largest solar-powered data centre
      • Uber School launches for students in Dubai in collaboration with RTA
      • Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi
      • HID transforms ticket validation and fare collection for mass transit
    • Travel & Hospitality
      • 8th Int’l Conference on Education Quality kicks off in Dubai; highlights AI innovations
      • Arabian Travel Market to gather global AI experts to explore new frontiers in travel
      • Smartphones, social media drive travel decisions for Indians, says travel report
      • Emirates Group co-locates to world’s largest solar-powered data centre
      • Emirates advances fleet availability with investment in Airbus Skywise S.FP+ and Core X3 digital predictive maintenance solution
  • Company
    • Enterprise
      • BingX to Invest $300M in AI
      • Mozn strengthens regional leadership with Agentic AI
      • AI-powered solutions shape future of SMEs, says Zoftware founder 
      • HUAWEI eKit: Empowering partners to unlock SME opportunities
      • Hitachi Vantara roundtable highlights importance of resilient AI infrastructure
    • Corporate
      • Qlik expands cloud footprint with new AWS region in Middle East
      • PeopleStrong powers UAE’s talent shift, accelerates ME growth: Mrigank Tripathi
      • Microsoft names Samer Abu-Ltaif president for Europe, ME and Africa
      • Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi
      • YouGotaGift CEO says ‘product-centricity’ the key to their phenomenal success
    • SME
      • AI-powered solutions shape future of SMEs, says Zoftware founder 
      • Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi
      • Kaspersky exposes new scam targeting SMBs
      • Thriwe: Enhancing the Omni-channel experience
      • Alaris expands information capture ecosystem for SMEs
    • Startup
      • AI without borders: Startups leading the next global leap 
      • Secure Domains brings cutting-edge DNS protection to MENA region 
      • Open Innovation AI collaborates with Intel to revolutionize AI orchestration with Gaudi
      • Kaspersky exposes new scam targeting SMBs
      • Thriwe: Enhancing the Omni-channel experience
    • Vendor
      • TP-Link and IPera join forces to drive innovation across the region
      • UAE consumers believe that AI is not meeting customer service expectations
      • BingX to Invest $300M in AI
      • Mozn strengthens regional leadership with Agentic AI
      • HUAWEI eKit: Empowering partners to unlock SME opportunities
    • Channel
      • TP-Link and IPera join forces to drive innovation across the region
      • UiPath and Microsoft integration lets AI agents work better together
      • Qualys selects Teksalah to join mROC Partner Alliance 
      • Proofpoint signs agreement to acquire HornetSecurity
      • StarLink empowers the channel through growth and innovation
  • Trending
    • Digital Transformation
      • Internet of Things
      • Big Data
      • Blockchain
      • Smart City
      • Cloud Computing
    • Artificial Intelligence
      • Data Centre
      • Machine Learning
      • Virtual Reality
      • Robotics
      • Systems Integrator
      • E-commerce
    • 3D Printing
      • Self-driving Cars
      • Drones
      • Automation
      • Smartphones
      • Wearables
      • Virtualisation
    • Fintech
      • Storage
      • Mobile Payment
      • Startups
      • Applications
      • Security
  • News
    • All News
      • Alghanim Industries describe agreement with Starlink as a leap toward a ‘borderless digital future’
      • “Our mission is to develop highly skilled cybersecurity professionals who can protect their nations’ digital sovereignty.” – Yuliya Danchina, Positive Technologies
      • TP-Link and IPera join forces to drive innovation across the region
      • Kaspersky uncovers sophisticated malware targeting online trading platforms
      • MENA Fintech Association launches Türkiye Chapter in collaboration with Insha Ventures
    • Software
      • Cisco innovates with Agentic AI
      • Fortinet expands FortiAI across its Security Fabric Platform
      • Dynatrace announces early access to its platform innovations
      • Kaspersky Research Sandbox 3.0: more power, less hardware
      • World Backup Day: Toshiba highlights the importance of data resilience
    • Hardware
      • Netherlands talks with Nvidia and AMB over supply for AI-facility
      • ASUS Evo lineup: Enhancing the online experience
      • ASUS A3402-Next level computing performance
      • The UAE ranks 8th globally for the readiness of markets for electric transportation
      • Hikvision Commercial Display and Malco Technologies host partner event
    • Networking
      • World Backup Day: Toshiba highlights the importance of data resilience
      • Optimizing IT infrastructure: How Perforator can cut costs and boost performance 
      • NO PAY NO PLAY: Chainalysis reports shows ransomware payments down by 35% as victims refuse to cough up
      • Aleph Alpha launch groundbreaking T-Free architecture for next-generation LLMs, collaborates with AMD, Schwarz Digits
      • Samsung Galaxy S25 series debuts with pioneering AI features and exclusive Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset
    • Security
      • “Our mission is to develop highly skilled cybersecurity professionals who can protect their nations’ digital sovereignty.” – Yuliya Danchina, Positive Technologies
      • Kaspersky uncovers sophisticated malware targeting online trading platforms
      • Redefining cybersecurity distribution with AI-driven innovation enhances threat detection, automates security response
      • Kaspersky shares cybersecurity trends for the META region
      • Nozomi strengthens global and regional defenses against rising infrastructure cyber threats
    • Channel
      • TP-Link and IPera join forces to drive innovation across the region
      • UiPath and Microsoft integration lets AI agents work better together
      • Qualys selects Teksalah to join mROC Partner Alliance 
      • Proofpoint signs agreement to acquire HornetSecurity
      • StarLink empowers the channel through growth and innovation
    • Telecoms
      • e& AGM approves 83 fils dividend per share for FY 2024
      • Mada & SALAM ink pact on Cutting-Edge Messaging Solutions 
      • NO PAY NO PLAY: Chainalysis reports shows ransomware payments down by 35% as victims refuse to cough up
      • Proofpoint named a leader in 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™
      • Samsung Galaxy S25 series debuts with pioneering AI features and exclusive Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset
    • Video
      • Catch up on the highlights from Hitachi Vantara’s recent KSA roundtable
      • Seclore’s Saudi journey powers regional cybersecurity growth
      • Aster Hospital redefines healthcare with blockchain and AI-driven innovation
      • Relive all the excitement from the Infosec and Cybersecurity Congress 2025
      • SANS Institute unveils key strategies for securing AI technologies in 2025
  • Features
    • Features
      • Innovations in OT Security: Positive Technologies paves way for a safer tomorrow
      • Seceon powers cyber resilience with unified security at GISEC 2025
      • Kissflow outlines the link between digital transformation and app development
      • Catch up on the highlights from Hitachi Vantara’s recent KSA roundtable
      • Seclore’s Saudi journey powers regional cybersecurity growth
    • CIO Spotlight
      • DMCC
        Rare commodity: DMCC IT director Abdalla Al Ali
      • HSBC MENAT CIO Ghinwa Baradhi
        The bigger picture: HSBC MENAT CIO Ghinwa Baradhi
      • Mubadala Investment Company CIO Mansour Al Ketbi
        Mansour Al Ketbi unites IT teams for $125 billion Mubadala Investment Company
      • Tariq Al Usaimi, head of digital strategy for the Central Bank of Kuwait
        The new breed: National Bank of Kuwait CDO Tariq Al-Usaimi
      • Al Masah Capital CIO Ashith Piriyattiath
        Ashith Piriyattiath’s diverse & transformative GCC career
    • Case Studies
      • Survey reveals misalignment between cybersecurity and business goals in the UAE and KSA
      • 3,200+ fake Meta profiles used in Facebook scam attempt
      • Edenred UAE: Transforming Customer Service Over WhatsApp with Conversations and Answers
      • Customer Story: Nissan Saudi Arabia
      • elseco
        DIFC prioritises digital transformation to enhance connectivity and accessibility with Wi-Fi 6
    • Partner Watch
      • Juniper Networks Expands Partner Ecosystem Leveraging AI-Native Networking Solutions
      • Commvault selects AlJammaz Technologies as key distributor in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
      • Kaspersky signs MoU with Zayed University
      • F5 Appoints Al Jammaz as a Value-Added Distribution Partner
      • The time is now for RNS Managed Security Services
    • Vendor focus
      • Dell Technologies To Establish New Merge & Logistics Fulfilment Hub in Riyadh
      • Dell Technologies study reveals innovation leaders better equipped for economic challenges
      • A10 Networks partners on a mission to ‘accelerate’
      • “The world is on the verge of a new intelligent era powered by Industry 5.0” – David Shi, Huawei
      • Huawei signs new partnership in effort to accelerate SMBs digital transformation
    • Analysis
      • Special Feature: Data Security in the Banking and Financial Sectors
      • Safeguarding Healthcare: Protecting Critical Data and Patient Privacy
      • Trend Micro Predictions Report Forecasts Cyber Fightback in 2022
      • Frost & Sullivan Names Tenable a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Global Vulnerability Management Market, 2021
      • Gartner Identifies the Top Trends Impacting Infrastructure and Operations for 2022
    • Video
      • Catch up on the highlights from Hitachi Vantara’s recent KSA roundtable
      • Seclore’s Saudi journey powers regional cybersecurity growth
      • Aster Hospital redefines healthcare with blockchain and AI-driven innovation
      • Relive all the excitement from the Infosec and Cybersecurity Congress 2025
      • SANS Institute unveils key strategies for securing AI technologies in 2025
    • Lifestyle
      • Hushday enters UAE market with private luxury sales and steep discounts
      • AWS powers UAE’s digital leap with visionary support for gaming, sports, and entertainment
      • DHA signs MoU to train leadership in AI
      • AI to lead Dubai’s healthcare transformation, says DHA head
      • Arabian Travel Market to gather global AI experts to explore new frontiers in travel
    • Insight
      • Kaspersky uncovers sophisticated malware targeting online trading platforms
      • UAE consumers believe that AI is not meeting customer service expectations
      • Kaspersky shares cybersecurity trends for the META region
      • Kissflow outlines the link between digital transformation and app development
      • 91% of Security Leaders Admit to Cloud Security Trade-Offs
    • Opinion
      • Kissflow outlines the link between digital transformation and app development
      • How Immersive Environments are Changing Hospitality, Retail, and Public Spaces
      • “Endava plays a critical role in helping organisations realise the full potential of Agentspace.” – Andrew Rossiter, Endava
      • The DNA of a brand message that ‘no one’ can steal
      • Endava executive outlines how enterprises can tread that elusive path of AI adoption and modernisation
    • Blogs
      • Why I joined Cloudflare: To build world-class partnerships in EMEA
      • Revolutionising fan engagement in football through data, gamification, and smart stadium experiences
      • How enterprises can raise their cyber security readiness by going through 3 stages of preparation
      • Maestro Blocks: Transferring passion into businesses!
      • Fighting glare: addressing urban light pollution from traffic cameras
  • News
    • Region
      • Lebanese Prime Minister tours Museum of the Future during official visit to UAE 
      • Qi Card powers digital leap beyond borders
      • TP-Link and IPera join forces to drive innovation across the region
      • MENA Fintech Association launches Türkiye Chapter in collaboration with Insha Ventures
      • Hedera Hashgraph delivers scalable, secure, sustainable blockchain solutions for enterprises, governments
  • Magazines
    • CNME
      • May 2025
      • April 2025
      • March 2025
      • February 2025
      • January 2025
    • Reseller ME
      • May 2025
      • April 2025
      • February 2025
      • January 2025
      • October 2024
    • Security Advisor ME
      • May 2025
      • April 2025
      • March 2025
      • February 2025
      • January 2025
    • 60 Minutes
      • 60mins Day 5 – PM (2024)
      • 60mins Day 5 – AM (2024)
      • 60mins Day 4 – PM (2024)
      • 60mins Day 4 – AM (2024)
      • 60mins Day 3 – PM (2024)
    • Supplements
      • GovTech – October 2024
      • GITEX Tech Vision 2024
      • LinkShadow Special Report October 2024
      • GovTech – May 2023
      • Pure Accelerate Riyadh Recap
  • Events
    • Awards
      • GovTech Awards 2025
      • Infosec & Cybersecurity Congress 2025
      • CIO Leadership Awards 2025
      • Reseller Middle East Partner Excellence Awards 2024
      • KSA Executive Summit on AI, Cybersecurity, and Emerging Technologies
    • Customer Events
      • Infosec & Cybersecurity Congress 2025
      • Infosec & Cybersecurity Congress 2024
      • Infosec & Cybersecurity Congress 2023
      • Race to innovate | Your Voice | Tahawul Tech
        Race to Innovate
      • Expectations vs Investment
    • Forums
      • Women in Tech (Pride of Tech) Forum and Awards 2025
      • Infosec & Cybersecurity Congress 2025
      • Women in Tech (Pride of Tech) Forum and Awards 2024
      • Tahawultech Conference 2025
      • CISO 50 & Future Security Awards 2024
    • Your Voice
      • Race to innovate | Your Voice | Tahawul Tech
        Race to Innovate
      • Expectations vs Investment
      • Rise of e-commerce
      • Combating credit crunch
    • Webinars
      • Freshworks virtual webinar highlights increasing role of IT industry in accelerating digital transformation
      • Mimecast virtual webinar highlights importance of brand protection
      • Huawei and IDC collaborate on Autonomous Network white paper
      • WEBINAR: Experience the Intelligent HPE Hyperconverged and Composable Infrastructure
      • WEBINAR: How Alpha Data and Veritas Enable Enterprises to Win the War Against Ransomware
  • GISEC 2025
  • LEAP 2025
Don’t show this ad again.
D-Link
Bahwan CyberTek
Fortinet
Insight, News, Vendor

Mandiant M-Trends 2022 Report Provides Inside Look at the Evolving Global Cyber Threat Landscape Directly from the Frontlines

Daniel ShepherdApril 21, 2022, 3:08 pmApril 21, 2022

Dubai, UAE, April 20, 2022: Mandiant, Inc. today announced the findings of Mandiant M-Trends 2022, an annual report that provides timely data and insights based on Mandiant frontline investigations and remediations of high-impact cyber attacks worldwide. The 2022 report––which tracks investigation metrics between October 1, 2020 and December 31, 2021—reveals that while significant progress has been made in threat detection and response, Mandiant continues to see adversaries innovate and adapt to achieve their mission in targeted environments.

Global Median Dwell Time Drops to Three Weeks

According to the M-Trends 2022 report, the global median dwell time––which is calculated as the median number of days an attacker is present in a target’s environment before being detected––decreased from 24 days in 2020 to 21 days in 2021. Digging deeper, the report notes that the APAC region saw the biggest decline in median dwell time, dropping to just 21 days in 2021 compared to 76 days in 2020. Median dwell time also fell in EMEA, down to 48 days in 2021 compared to 66 days the year before. In the Americas, median dwell time stayed steady at 17 days.

When comparing how threats were detected across different regions, the report found that in EMEA and APAC, the majority of intrusions in 2021 were identified by external third parties (62% and 76%, respectively), a reversal of what was observed in 2020. In the Americas, the detection by source remained constant with most intrusions detected internally by organisations themselves (60%).

Organisations’ improved threat visibility and response as well as the pervasiveness of ransomware––which has a significantly lower median dwell time than non-ransomware intrusions––are likely driving factors behind reduced median dwell time, per the report. 

New Threats Emerge as China Ramps Up Espionage Activity

Mandiant continues to expand its extensive threat knowledge base through frontline investigations, access to the criminal marketplace, security telemetry and the use of proprietary research methods and datasets, analysed by more than 300 intelligence professionals across 26 countries. As a result of relentless information gathering and analysis, Mandiant experts began tracking 1,100+ new threat groups during this M-Trends reporting period. Mandiant also began tracking 733 new malware families, of which 86% were not publicly available, continuing the trend of availability of new malware families being restricted or likely privately developed, according to the report.

M-Trends 2022 also notes a realignment and retooling of China cyber espionage operations to align with the implementation of China’s 14th Five-Year Plan in 2021. The report warns that the national-level priorities included in the plan “signal an upcoming increase in China-nexus actors conducting intrusion attempts against intellectual property or other strategically important economic concerns, as well as defence industry products and other dual-use technologies over the next few years”. 

Strengthening Security Posture

Mandiant remains committed to helping organisations remain secure from cyber threats and build confidence in their cyber defense readiness. To support this mission, Mandiant provides risk reduction tips throughout the M-Trends report, including mitigating common misconfigurations when using on-premises Active Directory, certificate services, virtualization platforms and cloud-based infrastructure. The report also reinforces considerations to support proactive security programs, reiterating the importance of long-standing security initiatives such as asset management, log retention policies and vulnerability and patching management.

To further support community and industry efforts, Mandiant continuously maps its findings to the MITRE ATT&CK framework, mapping an additional 300+ Mandiant techniques to the framework in 2021. The M-Trends report notes that organisations should prioritise which security measures to implement based on the likelihood of specific techniques being used during an intrusion. According to the report, by examining the prevalence of technique usage during recent intrusions, organisations are better equipped to make intelligent security decisions.

Additional takeaways from M-Trends 2022 Report include:

  • Infection Vector: For the second year in a row, exploits remained the most frequently identified initial infection vector. In fact, of the incidents that Mandiant responded to during the reporting period, 37% started with the exploitation of a security vulnerability, as opposed to phishing, which accounted for only 11%. Supply chain compromises increased dramatically, from less than 1% in 2020 to 17% in 2021.
  • Target industries impacted: Business and professional services and financial were the top two industries targeted by adversaries (14%, respectively), followed by healthcare (11%), retail and hospitality (10%) and tech and government (both at 9%).
  • New Multifaceted Extortion and Ransomware TTPs: Mandiant observed multifaceted extortion and ransomware attackers using new tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) to deploy ransomware rapidly and efficiently throughout business environments, noting that the pervasive usage of virtualisation infrastructure in corporate environments has made it a prime target for ransomware attackers.

“This year’s M-Trends report reveals fresh insight into how threat actors are evolving and using new techniques to gain access into target environments. While exploits continue to gain traction and remain the most frequently identified infection vector, the report notes a significant increase in supply chain attacks. Conversely, there was a noticeable drop in phishing this year, reflecting organisations’ improved awareness and ability to better detect and block these attempts. In light of the continued increased use of exploits as an initial compromise vector, organisations need to maintain focus on executing on security fundamentals––such as asset, risk and patch management. Multifaceted extortion and ransomware continue to pose huge challenges for organisations of all sizes and across all industries, with this year’s M-Trends report noting a specific rise in attacks targeting virtualisation infrastructure. The key to building resilience lies in preparation. Developing a robust preparedness plan and well-documented and tested recovery process can help organisations successfully navigate an attack and quickly return to normal business operations”, Jurgen Kutscher, Executive Vice President, Service Delivery, Mendicant.

Charles Carmakal, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Mandiant.

“Chinese cyber espionage activity ramped up significantly in recent years, with Asia and the U.S. remaining the most targeted regions. This year’s M-Trends report notes a specific focus on government organizations as well as the use of the same malware families among multiple cyber espionage actor sets, likely due to resource and tool sharing by disparate groups. Further, with the implementation of China’s 14th Five-Year Plan in 2021, we expect to see cyber espionage activity continue to accelerate in support of China’s national security and economic interests over the next few years”, Charles Carmakal, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Mandiant.

Sandra Joyce, Executive Vice President, Mandiant Intelligence, Mandiant.

“Several trends from previous years continued into 2021. Mandiant encountered more threat groups than any previous period, to include newly discovered groups. In a parallel trend, in this period we began tracking more new malware families than ever before. Overall, this speaks to a threat landscape that continues to trend upward in volume and threat diversity. We also continue to witness financial gain be a primary motivation for observed attackers, as case studies this year on FIN12 and FIN13 highlight. If we pivot to the defender perspective, we see several improvements despite an incredibly challenging threat landscape. As one example, this M-Trends report has the lowest global media dwell time on record. Additionally, APAC and EMEA showed the largest improvements in several threat detection categories compared to previous years”, Sandra Joyce, Executive Vice President, Mandiant Intelligence, Mandiant.

M-Trends 2022 Methodology:

The metrics reported in M-Trends 2022 are based on Mandiant investigations of targeted attack activity conducted between October 1, 2020 and December 31, 2021. The information gleaned has been sanitized to protect the identities of targets and their data.

Related Articles

  • AI takes centre stage at Customer Experience Live Show Middle East 2025
  • Collaboration made easy using a work management platform
  • Alibaba Cloud’s report find businesses intrigued by the potential of AI in achieving substantiality goals
[easy-social-share buttons="facebook,twitter,google,linkedin,stumbleupon,pinterest" counters=0 hide_names="force" fixedwidth="yes" fixedwidth_px="111"]
featured1 Global Cyber Threat Landscape M-Trends 2022 Report Mandiant

Previous ArticleMicrosoft releases 2021 Environmental Sustainability Report outlining its progress against ambitious goalsNext ArticleOvercoming IT Complexity With Full-Stack Observability

Related Articles

  • Transforming healthcare: Padam Kafle’s Vision for a predictive, personalised future
  • The future of procurement is intelligent, autonomous and strategic
  • New 2025 Genetec State of Physical Security Report reveals evolving trends in the META markets

Most Read in Insight

91% of Security Leaders Admit to Cloud Security Trade-Offs

2 days agoMay 26, 2025

Kissflow outlines the link between digital transformation and app development

2 days agoMay 26, 2025

Kaspersky shares cybersecurity trends for the META region

1 day agoMay 27, 2025

UAE consumers believe that AI is not meeting customer service expectations

1 day agoMay 27, 2025
tahawultech tahawultech.com @tahawultech ·
7h

Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) wins the Digital Transformation Project of the Year Award, congratulations.
@tdrauae
#govtechawards2025 #tahawultech

Reply on Twitter 1927691887420276982 Retweet on Twitter 1927691887420276982 Like on Twitter 1927691887420276982 Twitter 1927691887420276982
tahawultech tahawultech.com @tahawultech ·
7h

Bahaa Abdul Hadi, Chairman of International Smart Card, shares how the journey of Iraq’s fintech pioneer transforms lives — from biometric smart cards to a digital-first financial future.
https://ow.ly/azep50VZY0J

Reply on Twitter 1927690414791766264 Retweet on Twitter 1927690414791766264 Like on Twitter 1927690414791766264 Twitter 1927690414791766264
tahawultech tahawultech.com @tahawultech ·
8h

Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) wins the Dubai IT Department of the Year Award, congratulations.
@dansdxb
#govtechawards2025 #tahawultech

Reply on Twitter 1927686309302108327 Retweet on Twitter 1927686309302108327 Like on Twitter 1927686309302108327 Twitter 1927686309302108327
Load More

RECOMMENDED FOR YOU

  • Ushering the new Cyber Islamic Golden Era to unleash intelligent transformation
  • More than four in five UAE businesses have a ‘clear, shared vision’ for AI: ServiceNow research
  • How IT leaders can give employees the ‘magic touch’ with tech
  • The importance of technology in driving financial inclusion in the Middle East

GET TAHAWULTECH.COM IN YOUR INBOX

The free newsletter covering the top industry headlines

CPI Media Group
TahawulTech.com is the definitive platform in the Middle East for IT content. Covering stories across enterprise technology, cybersecurity and the region’s IT channel industry, TahawulTech.com brings business leaders and technology decision makers together to share their stories of transformation.

OTHER LINKS

  • Events
  • Media Pack
  • Resource Centre
  • Subscription

 

  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy

Contact Us

Office:
Office 1307, Dubai Studio City
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, PO Box 13700
Tel: +971 4 568 2993
Email: info@tahawultech.com
© 2025 All Rights Reserved. Product of CPI
Menu
  • Country/Region
    • UAE
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Oman
    • Bahrain
    • Kuwait
    • Africa
    • Middle East
    • Global
  • Industry
    • Education
    • Energy
    • Financial services
    • Government
    • Healthcare
    • Property
    • Retail
    • Technology
    • Transport & Logistics
    • Travel & Hospitality
  • Company
    • Enterprise
    • Corporate
    • SME
    • Startup
    • Vendor
    • Channel
  • Trending
    • Digital Transformation
      • Internet of Things
      • Big Data
      • Blockchain
      • Smart City
      • Cloud Computing
    • Artificial Intelligence
      • Data Centre
      • Machine Learning
      • Virtual Reality
      • Robotics
      • Systems Integrator
      • E-commerce
    • 3D Printing
      • Self-driving Cars
      • Drones
      • Automation
      • Smartphones
      • Wearables
      • Virtualisation
    • Fintech
      • Storage
      • Mobile Payment
      • Startups
      • Applications
      • Security
  • News
    • All News
    • Software
    • Hardware
    • Networking
    • Security
    • Channel
    • Telecoms
    • Video
  • Features
    • Features
    • CIO Spotlight
    • Case Studies
    • Partner Watch
    • Vendor focus
    • Analysis
    • Video
    • Lifestyle
    • Insight
    • Opinion
    • Blogs
  • News
    • Region
  • Magazines
    • CNME
    • Reseller ME
    • Security Advisor ME
    • 60 Minutes
    • Supplements
  • Events
    • Awards
    • Customer Events
    • Forums
    • Your Voice
    • Webinars
  • GISEC 2025
  • LEAP 2025
  • Bitz News
    • Business News
    • Financial News
  • Example Column Title
    • Bitz News Group Websites:
    • Insider Journal
    • Business Day
    • Weekly Selection
    • Tech News
    • Cool Stories
    • Geek Reviews
 

Loading Comments...
 

    tahawultech.com Intro