McAfee has released its Cloud Adoption and Risk Report, which analysed billions of events in anonymised customers production cloud use to assess the current state of cloud deployments and to uncover risks.
Why fileless malware attacks are the next big security worry
One factor in the growth of fileless attacks is the wider availability of hacker toolkits that facilitate their deployment.
Barco names new VP for Middle East and Africa operations
Global technology firm Barco has appointed Ramzi Itani as the new vice president of its Middle East and Africa operations. …
D-Link to tout consumer and business range of products at GITEX
D-Link Corporation has announced that it is participating at GITEX Technology Week 2018 to showcase a range of new consumer …
UAE’s e-Mal signs new deal to power smart contract security
E-Mal, a full-fledged financial ecosystem powered by Dubai-based eFatoora, has signed an agreement with Estonian cybersecurity company Hacken to ensure the protection of its wallet.
Summer heat increases UAE kids’ time on their devices: study
With schools closed over the summer, young children and teenagers will spend most of their time on their devices – increasing their average online activity to eight hours per day, a recent study highlighted.
Cryptocurrency mining attacks skyrocket in Q1: report
Cybercriminals extended their operations in cryptojacking and other cryptocurrency mining schemes, where perpetrators hijack victims’ browsers or infect their systems to secretly use them to mine for legitimate cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin.
Cybersecurity risks threaten $9.6 billion blockchain market
Blockchain technology market is expected to reach $9.6 billion by 2024, however, cybersecurity company McAfee sees a big potential for cybersecurity risks that could threaten the technology’s rapid growth.
How to win the cybersecurity ‘game’
Cybersecurity defenses are under unprecedented levels of attack. From old malware foes and newer types, such as ransomware, to sophisticated advanced threats and state-sponsored cyberattacks, breaches are, sadly, now an everyday reality.
Healthcare a prime target for cybercriminals: report
McAfee released its McAfee Labs Threats Report: March 2018, examining the growth and trends of new malware, ransomware, and other threats in Q4 2017.
6 ways hackers exploit machine learning tools
Machine learning algorithms will improve security solutions, helping human analysts triage threats and close vulnerabilities quicker. But they are also going to help threat actors launch bigger, more complex attacks.
New malware found spying on Android users
The implant, named Skygofree, is designed for targeted cyber-surveillance, possibly as an ‘offensive security’ product.
Winter Olympics threatened by hacking campaign
Hackers have targeted an attack at organisations involved in the Winter Olympics in South Korea and tried to access sensitive information, according to a report by cybersecurity firm McAfee.
CPU security flaws put virtually all phones, PCs at risk
Security researchers on Wednesday disclosed a set of security flaws that they said could let hackers steal sensitive information from …
TRA cautions against PDF malware
The UAE’s Telecommunications Regulations Authority (TRA) has warned of malicious PDF files sent anonymously to email or WhatsApp accounts that …
Digital Shadows strengthens management team
Digital Shadows has announced several key appointments to its management team designed to scale the business in support of company …
Saudi Arabia sets up new authority for cybersecurity
The National Authority for Cyber Security has been created to “boost the cybersecurity of the state, and protect its vital interests, national security and sensitive infrastructure.
Xerox named as IDC MarketScape leader
Xerox has been named as a leader in the first IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Security Solutions and Services Hardcopy 2017 Vendor Assessment report.
Arrow’s Vimal Kocher highlights Dell EMC association
At the 37th edition of GITEX Technology Week, Arrow ECS was emphasising on its main two product sets – modern …
Xerox to display “workplace assistants” at GITEX 2017
Having partnered with GITEX Technology Week 2017 as the ‘Digital Business Consultant Partner’, Xerox will launch 29 ConnectKey devices on …