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UAE Enhances Cybersecurity Ties with Defence Ministry
UAE Enhances Cybersecurity Ties with Defence Ministry

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UAE Enhances Cybersecurity Ties with Defence Ministry

Home » Emerging technologies » Cyber Security » UAE Enhances Cybersecurity Ties with Defence Ministry The UAE Cyber Security Council and the Ministry of Defence have announced enhanced strategic cooperation to strengthen cybersecurity governance, drive innovation, and bolster digital resilience. This effort aligns with the UAE's vision and commitment to cybersecurity as a key pillar of national security. The two entities discussed unifying efforts to reinforce the national cybersecurity system. They highlighted the critical role of close cooperation in protecting the country's vital digital infrastructure. This cooperation builds on the strong partnership between the Council and the Ministry, reflected in events such as the Gulf News Cybersecurity Forum 2024, Government Cybersecurity Summit 2024, and IDEX & NAVDEX 2025 exhibitions. These platforms demonstrate the UAE's proactive approach to strengthening cyber resilience and securing its digital future. Both the Ministry of Defence and the Cyber Security Council reaffirmed their commitment to the National Cybersecurity Strategy. Under wise leadership, the Ministry integrates this strategy into the military doctrine of the UAE Armed Forces. The Cyber Defence Directorate at the Ministry of Defence actively participates in awareness sessions, cyber drills, and events organized by the Cyber Security Council. Recently, a cyber drill at IDEX 2025 simulated an Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) ransomware attack. The exercise involved 22 trainees, mainly from the defence and military sectors. During a meeting between Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, and Ali Mohamed Al Saridi, Director of the Cyber Defence Directorate at the Ministry of Defence, both sides emphasised the importance of the cyber drill held during IDEX 2025. The exercise involved 22 trainees, all from the defence and military sector, with most representing the Ministry of Defence. This military cyber drill is part of a series developed by the Council and highlights the Ministry's leadership in enhancing national defence capabilities. It also promotes knowledge exchange and raises cyber readiness across military and strategic sectors. Key points: UAE Cyber Security Council and Ministry of Defence strengthen cybersecurity cooperation Focus on national cybersecurity strategy and digital infrastructure protection Military cyber drill simulates real-world cyber threats to boost readiness This cooperation confirms the UAE's unified cybersecurity approach and its position as a leader in cyber defence and resilience.

Corporate and academic teams welcome to register in a new Kaspersky contest to tear a ticket to Security Analyst Summit
Corporate and academic teams welcome to register in a new Kaspersky contest to tear a ticket to Security Analyst Summit

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time23-07-2025

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Corporate and academic teams welcome to register in a new Kaspersky contest to tear a ticket to Security Analyst Summit

Kaspersky announces the registration opening for its brand-new Kaspersky{CTF} (Capture the Flag) competition, inviting academic and corporate teams from around the globe to compete in a battle of skill, strategy and innovation. The competition will run in five regional streams, with the winning teams of each stream getting a unique opportunity to join the finals as part of Kaspersky's Security Analyst Summit in Thailand on October 25-28 and compete for an $18,000 prize pool. In an era where cyberthreats continue to evolve, Kaspersky remains committed to fostering cybersecurity talent and upskilling cybersecurity professionals worldwide to help them counter the constantly developing threat landscape. In May, Kaspersky hosted SAS CTF (Security Analyst Summit Capture the Flag) qualifiers for the community of cybersecurity researchers, defining eight teams that will meet at the finals. The new CTF competition — Kaspersky{CTF} — is designed to reach out to an even broader audience of researchers and bring together teams from academic and corporate fields, offering a platform for both rising talents and established experts to test their skills on a grand scale. Registration for the competition is open for the participating teams, here. To register their team, potential participants should choose one of the regional streams: • North America, South America and the Caribbean • Europe • The Middle East, Turkiye and Africa • Russia and the CIS • Asia and Oceania To complete registration, all participants will have to verify their affiliation with a recognized institution or organization, using emails with corporate or academic domains. On August 30-31, the teams, that passed the registration, will step up to the 24-hour online CTF tournament that will define regional winners. During the challenge, they will face cutting-edge cybersecurity tasks, ranging from cryptography and reverse engineering to web security, and undoubtedly AI. The META stream of the competition is organized with the support of the UAE Cyber Security Council. The Council plays a vital role in securing the nation's digital transformation and supporting initiatives that enhance cyber resilience within the local market. H.E Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of the UAE Cyber Security Council, stated: 'The UAE Cyber Security Council is committed to fostering a resilient and forward-looking cyber environment'. He added: 'We recognize the critical importance of nurturing cybersecurity talent and commend initiatives like the Kaspersky CTF for empowering cybersecurity professionals and strengthening community cooperation'. The winners of five regional Kaspersky{CTF} streams will have an opportunity to receive an exclusive invitation and travel coverage to the SAS CTF 2025 on-site finals in Thailand to compete for the main prize together with eight SAS CTF finalists. 'Organizations supporting or participating in CTFs not only strengthen internal cyber capabilities but also signal a proactive commitment to talent development and industry leadership. For young researchers, Kaspersky{CTF} is a unique opportunity to meet the real-world challenges and realize that work in cybersecurity is worth it,' commented Igor Kuznetsov, Director of Kaspersky's Global Research & Analysis Team. In preparation for the main event, Kaspersky will organize a series of educational sessions designed to enhance participants' competitive readiness. These webinars will cover teaser tasks and strategies for effective CTF performance at SAS CTF finals.

UAE works 'day and night' to fight off 200,000 daily cyberattacks: Top official
UAE works 'day and night' to fight off 200,000 daily cyberattacks: Top official

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time20-05-2025

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UAE works 'day and night' to fight off 200,000 daily cyberattacks: Top official

The UAE faces an average of 200,000 cyberattacks each day, but the country's cybersecurity agencies work around the clock to defend against these threats. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, the UAE government's head of cyber security, said attacker are targeting smart cities, which simply refers to cities that use digital technologies in its services, and exploiting vulnerabilities to take down important infrastructures, which he said, 'impacts [the UAE]'s economy, stability, and national security." A cyberattack is a malicious attempt by a hacker to take control of computer systems without authorisation. In a national context, cyberattacks can harm different sectors such as healthcare, energy, electricity, aviation, etc. Al Kuwaiti said that the UAE 'conducts many of those trainings in order to do cyberattack drills to leverage and enhance security.' With the advent of AI, Al Kuwaiti said, cyberattacks are now becoming more complex and harder to detect. 'As we use AI for protection, others use AI for attack,' he said. 'Our policing entities work day and night to ensure all of those are responded to.' Cyber security awareness 'Phishing is still one of the major types of attacks, as a matter of fact, that starts from the weakest link, which is the human. And that social engineering will always be the number one type of deception that we see across many of these, Al Kuwaiti said. 'However, it costs us so much. And this is why we always leverage the cybersecurity culture and the awareness, and work together with everybody in order to spread that awareness.' He added, 'The human factor is the number one priority, where we need to enhance their capabilities, their abilities, as well as re-skilling and up-skilling in many of those aspects, be it the technical people or be it the younger generation.' In February of this year, the UAE cabinet officially approved the National Cybersecurity Strategy, a five-year plan that the country aims to create a safe and strong cyber infrastructure. The strategy is built around five main pillars which are designed to ensure the safe and rapid adoption of innovations while ensuring a secure, resilient, and robust digital environment.

UAE Unveils First National Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines
UAE Unveils First National Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines

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time19-05-2025

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UAE Unveils First National Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines

Home » Latest news » UAE Unveils First National Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines The UAE Cybersecurity Council (CSC) has announced the development of the country's first national Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines. This initiative is a strategic collaboration with Reach Digital, a subsidiary of Reach Group, and Shieldworkz, a firm specializing in OT/IoT and drone protection technologies. According to the CSC, the guidelines mark a significant step toward securing the nation's expanding UAV ecosystem. The announcement supports the UAE's long-term vision to enhance resilience against cyber threats and drive safe digital transformation. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of the UAE Cybersecurity Council, revealed that the new framework will strengthen drone operations across government, commercial, and industrial sectors. He noted that these guidelines are designed to ensure security, resilience, and alignment with global best practices. 'With increasing UAV deployment across sectors, from agriculture and environmental monitoring to logistics—cybersecurity risks must be proactively addressed,' Dr. Al Kuwaiti stated. 'This is essential to protect national airspace, infrastructure, and data integrity.' Reach Group is playing a key role in this effort. Malik Melhem, CEO of Reach Group, reported, 'This collaboration reflects our unwavering commitment to advancing the UAE's digital and cybersecurity infrastructure. We are proud to contribute to national readiness by aligning with CSC and delivering practical, scalable cybersecurity solutions for the drone sector.' Additionally, Mohammad Khaled, Vice President of Growth and Business Transformation at Reach Group, emphasized the strategic value of the partnership. 'By developing these guidelines with CSC and our partners at Shieldworkz, we are reinforcing the UAE's leadership in securing emerging technologies,' he said. He added that the initiative directly supports safe drone innovation while addressing the rising cybersecurity risks in national airspace and critical infrastructure. The announcement underscores the UAE's goal to become a global hub for innovation, cybersecurity, and technology development. Key points: Guidelines aim to secure drone operations in public and private sectors. Collaboration includes Reach Digital and Shieldworkz. Focus on resilience, best practices, and national airspace protection. This move positions drone security as a core component of the UAE's future digital strategy.

UAE Cybersecurity Council Launches First National Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines
UAE Cybersecurity Council Launches First National Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines

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time19-05-2025

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UAE Cybersecurity Council Launches First National Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has unveiled the country's first national Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines, marking a major step toward securing the nation's rapidly expanding unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) ecosystem. Developed in collaboration with Reach Digital, a subsidiary of Reach Group, and cybersecurity firm Shieldworkz, the guidelines aim to strengthen cybersecurity across drone operations in government, commercial, and industrial sectors. The initiative aligns with the UAE's vision to become a global technology and innovation leader while reinforcing national resilience against evolving cyber threats. 'These guidelines represent a vital milestone,' said Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of UAE Cybersecurity. 'With increasing UAV deployment across agriculture, logistics, and environmental monitoring, it's essential to proactively address risks to airspace, infrastructure, and data integrity.' The move is part of a broader strategy to support secure digital transformation and ensure the country's readiness in the face of emerging technological threats. It also reflects the UAE's commitment to aligning its cybersecurity frameworks with international standards and best practices. Malik Melhem, CEO of Reach Group, emphasized the importance of collaboration in driving practical and scalable solutions. 'This initiative underscores our dedication to advancing the UAE's digital infrastructure and national security,' he said. Mohammad Khaled, Vice President at Reach Group, added that the effort reinforces the UAE's leadership in securing emerging technologies while enabling safe drone innovation. The guidelines are expected to provide a robust framework for UAV cybersecurity, supporting the safe integration of drones into national operations and protecting the country's critical digital infrastructure. News Source: Emirates News Agency

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