Conventional detection mechanisms have failed due to the increase in the number of ‘unknown’ attacks. Let us look at some examples to understand how Big Data combined with analytical models can help solve this challenge.
BT, KPMG: Industrialisation of cybercrime disrupts digital enterprises
According to a new research from BT and KPMG, the vast majority of companies feel constrained by regulation, available resources and a dependence on third parties when responding to attacks.
Working together to improve cybersecurity
Security Advisor Middle East hosted an in-depth roundtable discussion in partnership with BAE Systems, which centred on the ways CISOs can work together to tailor their security efforts to mitigate the effects of data breaches.
Cisco to take part at ‘US-UAE Cybersecurity Forum’
Cisco has announced its participation at the US-UAE Cybersecurity Forum, which will be held in Dubai on 7th September 2016 at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel.
Booz Allen Hamilton releases report on cyberthreats to ICS in 2016
Booz Allen Hamilton has highlighted the most significant threats to Industrial Control Systems (ICS) in 2016 and 2017 in a recent report titled Industrial Cybersecurity Threat Briefing.
UAE industrial sector falls victim to cyber attack
Kaspersky Lab has discovered a new wave of targeted attacks against the industrial and engineering sectors in multiple countries around the world, including the UAE.
BT, KPMG report outlines lack of cybercrime prevention
A new BT and KPMG report has revealed that the vast majority of companies feel constrained by regulation, available resources and a dependence on third parties when responding to cyber-attacks.
Cybercrime infrastructure being ramped up ahead of Rio
Over the past few months, cybercriminals have set up thousands of malicious domains and servers in Brazil in anticipation of the 2016 Olympics in Rio.
Cisco releases 2016 midyear cybersecurity report
Cisco highlighted in its 2016 Midyear Cybersecurity Report (MCR) that organisations are unprepared for future strains of more sophisticated ransomware.
The importance of cyber hygiene to your security programme
In a complex security landscape, it is critical to be proactive, vigilant and protected against cyber threats. Hadi Jaafarawi, Managing Director, Qualys Middle East, discusses how practicing good cyber hygiene can help organisations attain the levels of security that they need.
Accenture releases ‘The state of cybersecurity and digital trust’ report
A recent study by Accenture and HfS, underscored that insider data theft and malware attacks top the list of the most significant concerns for enterprise security executives.
Cisco, Thales partner to develop cybersecurity solutions
Cisco and Thales have recently signed a strategic collaboration agreement to co-develop a new cybersecurity solution to better detect and counter-attack cyber threats in real time.
RSA releases ‘Cybersecurity Poverty Index’
RSA, the Security Division of EMC has released a research that underlines that organisations that invest in detection and response technologies, rather than perimeter-based solutions, are better poised to defend against cyber incidents.
Kaspersky Lab releases report on the harmful consequences of DDoS attacks
According to the latest research by Kaspersky Lab and B2B International, the consequences of a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack extend far beyond financial considerations, which damage a company’s relationship with its customers.
Trend Micro helps customers fend off ransomware attacks
Recognising the growth and impact of ransomware, Trend Micro, has taken new approaches to helping customers defend against ransomware with new offerings.
eHDF, Netcure and LogRhythm launch Cyber Defense Centre
eHosting DataFort (eHDF) has announced the launch a Cyber Defense Centre (CDC) based in the UAE. The Cyber Defense Centre will offer customers a portfolio of managed security services (MSS) along with remote managed SIEM services.
eHDF, Netcure and LogRhythm launch of Cyber Defense Centre
eHosting DataFort (eHDF) has announced the launch a Cyber Defense Centre (CDC) based in the UAE. The Cyber Defense Centre will offer customers a portfolio of managed security services (MSS) along with remote managed SIEM services.
Symantec launches IoT solution for combatting zero-day attacks
Symantec has introduced its new Anomaly Detection for Automotive solution to protect smart vehicles against zero-day attacks.
Cyber vigilant
Luke Brown, GM and VP EMEA, India and LATAM, Digital Guardian, shares expert insights on protecting your business from cybercrimes.
DarkMatter reveals results of its cybersecurity poll
DarkMatter has found that 48 percent of respondents to its ‘DarkMatter Cyber Security Poll’ say their organisations do not have a senior management executive assigned to oversee cyber security.