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TECHx
06-05-2025
- Business
- TECHx
GISEC 2025: OPSWAT Talks Cyber Resilience
Home » Interview Of The Week » GISEC 2025: OPSWAT Talks Cyber Resilience Sertan Selcuk, VP for METAP & CIS at OPSWAT, shares insights in this exclusive interview on how the company's presence at GISEC 2025 reflects its commitment to securing critical infrastructure and advancing cyber resilience across the Middle East. How does your presence at GISEC reflect OPSWAT's strategic priorities in the Middle East region? OPSWAT is committed to uplifting the regional security industry by advancing cyber resilience across critical infrastructure. We're expanding our local partnerships, enhancing our channel ecosystem, and driving innovation through continuous product development. With a strong focus on IT/OT convergence, compliance, and threat prevention, we aim to empower Middle Eastern enterprises and governments to stay ahead of evolving threats. Our GISEC participation allows us to demonstrate this steadfast commitment to delivering IT/OT cybersecurity solutions and fostering the cyber talent that the region needs to defend its critical infrastructure and sustain economic progress. Are there any new product launches, partnerships, or initiatives you're unveiling at the event? OPSWAT is participating in GISEC as a Diamond sponsor this year and we are proud to showcase our latest cybersecurity advancements in critical infrastructure protection (CIP). We shall have live demos and sessions, through OPX labs, offering practical insights on safeguarding vital systems and networks. Alongside the Lab, will be OPSWAT's Nuclear Plant Model Reactor, a display that underscores the company's expertise in securing sensitive environments like nuclear power plants. Alongside the product showcase and demos, a couple of senior executives from OPSWAT will be holding sessions. During day two, on the Government Stage, hosted by Dubai Electronic Security Center, OPSWAT Founder and CEO, Benny Czarny, will present 'Breaking the Firewall: Revolutionizing Cyber Defense for a Connected World'. He will make the case for a fundamental rethinking of the traditional firewall, highlighting how the rise of AI-driven exploits, encrypted attacks, and increasingly complex network environments demands a new approach to cybersecurity. Also on day two, on the Critical Infrastructure Stage, OPSWAT's Director of Products and Solutions, Kris Voorspoels, will take part in a panel discussion on the security crisis facing the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) in the regional oil and gas sector. Finally, aiming to enhance cybersecurity standards across the region in alignment with the goals of the UAE National Cybersecurity Strategy, OPSWAT Academy will offer complimentary CIP certifications, such as File Security Associate (OFSA), Secure Storage Associate (OSSA), Email Security Associate (OESA), Web Traffic Protection Associate (OWPA), and Data Transfer Security Associate (ODSA). What are the unique challenges in securing operational technology (OT) environments, and how does OPSWAT address them? Securing Operational Technology (OT) environments poses unique challenges, distinct from traditional IT systems, due to differences in architecture, priorities, and the critical nature of the infrastructure involved. OT systems often operate on legacy equipment that was never designed with cybersecurity in mind, making them difficult to patch or integrate with modern tools. These environments prioritize uptime and physical safety over data confidentiality, so even minor downtime for security updates can be unacceptable. Many OT networks are air-gapped or highly segmented, creating visibility gaps and complicating threat detection and response. Data transfers typically occur via removable media like USB drives, introducing a significant attack surface. OPSWAT addresses these risks through a suite of purpose-built solutions for OT environments. Tools like MetaDefender Kiosk and MFT enable secure file transfers into air-gapped networks by using multiscanning (with 30+ antivirus engines) and Deep Content Disarm and Reconstruction (CDR) to sanitize files without disrupting operations. OPSWAT's USB Firewall prevent infected devices from compromising critical systems. In environments requiring strict one-way data flow, OPSWAT also offers data diodes—hardware-enforced unidirectional gateways that ensure information can only move in one direction, preventing external access to sensitive internal systems. This adds a physical layer of protection against network-based threats. OPSWAT solutions operate offline, making them ideal for air-gapped settings, and also include vulnerability assessment tools to help comply with regulatory standards such as NERC CIP and ISA/IEC 62443. Our solutions also support proprietary OT protocols and provide APIs for integration with SCADA or SIEM platforms. By enabling secure, policy-driven file transfers, ensuring compliance, and protecting against malware—even from removable media—OPSWAT helps organizations reduce cyber risk without disrupting operational continuity. This comprehensive approach aligns well with the specific needs of critical infrastructure and industrial control systems, where resilience, uptime, and safety are paramount. How is OPSWAT working with governments and enterprises across the GCC to elevate cyber resilience? Our approach to cybersecurity has evolved significantly over the last 12 months. Our solutions are designed to secure both IT and OT environments using patented technologies such as multi-scanning, Deep CDR, and advanced threat intelligence. We've focused on enhancing our ability to detect and mitigate advanced threats, particularly those targeting complex and interconnected systems. We've integrated AI-powered threat detection, real-time monitoring, and data sanitization into our solutions to ensure that organizations can respond to threats quickly and effectively. As the cybersecurity landscape continues to shift, we've also prioritized automation and machine learning to proactively identify vulnerabilities and block attacks before they impact operations. What's your perspective on the evolving threat landscape in the MEA region? The biggest cybersecurity challenge facing regional enterprises is the increasing sophistication of cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure. As organizations become more interconnected and reliant on digital technologies, attackers are focusing on high-impact targets like power grids, government, defense and financial institutions. These types of attacks can cause widespread disruption and significant damage. From a defender side, we're seeing a major shift toward zero-trust architectures, increased investment in OT cybersecurity, and a growing emphasis on securing energy, manufacturing, and transportation.
Tahawul Tech
23-04-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
OPSWAT announces GISEC 2025 participation with a focus on critical infrastructure
OPSWAT, a global leader in Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) cybersecurity solutions, recently announced its participation as a Diamond Sponsor at MEA's leading security event, GISEC Global 2025. The event will run from 6 to 8 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre, hosted by the UAE Cybersecurity Council in partnership with the Dubai Electronic Security Centre. Industry professionals from around the world will be able to learn from thought leaders at OPSWAT, while the company aims to forge strategic alliances that drive mutual growth and success in addressing cybersecurity challenges. 'Our main focus at GISEC Global 2025 will be critical infrastructure, the lynchpin of economic progress and an increasingly popular target for threat actors', said Sertan Selcuk, Vice President for METAP and CIS, OPSWAT. 'Our partnerships will involve devising ways of protecting the interconnected systems and technologies that drive the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Through our demonstrations and discussions at GISEC 2025, OPSWAT experts will show how our solutions directly address the latest cybersecurity challenges, especially the ongoing merger of IT and OT'. CISO and industry visitors of GISEC can visit OPSWAT's CIP Mobile Lab, where OP/X Labs will provide live demos of industry-leading solutions that secure critical infrastructure, while OPSWAT experts offer practical insights into safeguarding organizations' most vital systems and networks. Alongside the Mobile Lab will be OPSWAT's Nuclear Plant Model Reactor, a display that underscores the company's prowess in securing sensitive environments like nuclear power plants. Part of the demonstration will be the showcasing of the interconnectivity of the mobile lab with the nuclear plant model. OPSWAT subject matter experts will also participate in speaking engagements and seminars at GISEC Global 2025. On day one, on the Dark Stage, OPSWAT will run a live hacking session to highlight the dangers that prowl today's threat landscape. During day two, on the Government Stage, hosted by Dubai Electronic Security Center, OPSWAT Founder and CEO, Benny Czarny, will present 'Breaking the Firewall: Revolutionizing Cyber Defence for a Connected World'. He will make the case for a fundamental rethinking of the traditional firewall, highlighting how the rise of AI-driven exploits, encrypted attacks, and increasingly complex network environments demands a new approach to cybersecurity. Also on day two, on the Critical Infrastructure Stage, OPSWAT's Director of Products and Solutions, Kris Voorspoels, will take part in a panel discussion on the security crisis facing the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) in the regional oil and gas sector. With eyes on both 2025 and beyond, panel experts will discuss how the rise of IoT devices in the petrochemical industry, from pipeline sensors to drilling systems, has impacted security for one of the region's most important revenue streams. Aiming to enhance cybersecurity standards across the region in alignment with the goals of the UAE National Cybersecurity Strategy, OPSWAT Academy will offer complimentary CIP certifications, such as File Security Associate (OFSA), Secure Storage Associate (OSSA), Email Security Associate (OESA), Web Traffic Protection Associate (OWPA), and Data Transfer Security Associate (ODSA). 'Our GISEC participation further demonstrates our steadfast commitment to delivering IT/OT cybersecurity solutions and fostering the cyber talent that the region needs to defend its critical infrastructure and sustain economic progress', Selcuk added. 'MEA technology and business leaders increasingly look to OPSWAT to defend their IT/OT suites. We stand ready as their trusted partner'. At GISEC Global 2025, OPSWAT will exhibit from Stand C55, Hall 7. Image Credit: OPSWAT
TECHx
21-04-2025
- Business
- TECHx
OPSWAT to Highlight Infrastructure Cybersecurity at GISEC Global
OPSWAT, a global provider of cybersecurity solutions for critical infrastructure, will participate in GISEC Global 2025, taking place from May 6 to 8 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event is organized in partnership with the UAE Cybersecurity Council and the Dubai Electronic Security Center. At GISEC Global, OPSWAT will present technologies designed to secure interconnected IT and OT systems. As cyber threats evolve, protecting critical infrastructure has become a key priority for governments and industries worldwide. Sertan Selcuk, Vice President for METAP and CIS at OPSWAT, said the focus will be on real-world solutions that address growing security challenges. The company will also explore new ways to support the safe development of industrial technologies. Attendees will be able to explore the CIP Mobile Lab, featuring live demonstrations by OPSWAT experts. The lab will be connected to a Nuclear Plant Model Reactor, offering a hands-on look at cybersecurity in sensitive environments. OPSWAT will also take part in speaking sessions throughout the event. On Day 1, a live hacking session will be held on the Dark Stage to demonstrate current threat risks. On Day 2, OPSWAT's CEO Benny Czarny will speak on the Government Stage, addressing modern approaches to cybersecurity in complex, connected systems. Also on Day 2, Kris Voorspoels, Director of Products and Solutions, will join a panel on the Critical Infrastructure Stage. The discussion will focus on the cybersecurity risks facing Industrial IoT in the oil and gas sector. To support skills development in the region, OPSWAT Academy will offer free certifications in key cybersecurity areas. These include File Security, Secure Storage, Email Protection, Web Traffic Protection, and Data Transfer Security. OPSWAT's presence at GISEC Global reflects its ongoing effort to improve cybersecurity across the Middle East and beyond. Through technology, training, and industry collaboration, the company aims to help protect the systems that power modern economies. Visitors can connect with OPSWAT at Stand C55, Hall 7 during GISEC Global 2025.
Channel Post MEA
21-04-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
OPSWAT Announces Participation In GISEC 2025
OPSWAT has announced its participation as a Diamond Sponsor at MEA's leading security event, GISEC Global 2025. The event will run from 6 to 8 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre, hosted by the UAE Cybersecurity Council in partnership with the Dubai Electronic Security Center. Industry professionals from around the world will be able to learn from thought leaders at OPSWAT, while the company aims to forge strategic alliances that drive mutual growth and success in addressing cybersecurity challenges. 'Our main focus at GISEC Global 2025 will be critical infrastructure, the lynchpin of economic progress and an increasingly popular target for threat actors,' said Sertan Selcuk, Vice President for METAP and CIS, OPSWAT. 'Our partnerships will involve devising ways of protecting the interconnected systems and technologies that drive the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Through our demonstrations and discussions at GISEC 2025, OPSWAT experts will show how our solutions directly address the latest cybersecurity challenges, especially the ongoing merger of IT and OT.' CISO and industry visitors of GISEC can visit OPSWAT's CIP Mobile Lab, where OP/X Labs will provide live demos of industry-leading solutions that secure critical infrastructure, while OPSWAT experts offer practical insights into safeguarding organizations' most vital systems and networks. Alongside the Mobile Lab will be OPSWAT's Nuclear Plant Model Reactor, a display that underscores the company's prowess in securing sensitive environments like nuclear power plants. Part of the demonstration will be the showcasing of the interconnectivity of the mobile lab with the nuclear plant model. OPSWAT subject matter experts will also participate in speaking engagements and seminars at GISEC Global 2025. On day one, on the Dark Stage, OPSWAT will run a live hacking session to highlight the dangers that prowl today's threat landscape. During day two, on the Government Stage, hosted by Dubai Electronic Security Center, OPSWAT Founder and CEO, Benny Czarny, will present 'Breaking the Firewall: Revolutionizing Cyber Defense for a Connected World'. He will make the case for a fundamental rethinking of the traditional firewall, highlighting how the rise of AI-driven exploits, encrypted attacks, and increasingly complex network environments demands a new approach to cybersecurity. Also on day two, on the Critical Infrastructure Stage, OPSWAT's Director of Products and Solutions, Kris Voorspoels, will take part in a panel discussion on the security crisis facing the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) in the regional oil and gas sector. With eyes on both 2025 and beyond, panel experts will discuss how the rise of IoT devices in the petrochemical industry, from pipeline sensors to drilling systems, has impacted security for one of the region's most important revenue streams. Aiming to enhance cybersecurity standards across the region in alignment with the goals of the UAE National Cybersecurity Strategy, OPSWAT Academy will offer complimentary CIP certifications, such as File Security Associate (OFSA), Secure Storage Associate (OSSA), Email Security Associate (OESA), Web Traffic Protection Associate (OWPA), and Data Transfer Security Associate (ODSA). 'Our GISEC participation further demonstrates our steadfast commitment to delivering IT/OT cybersecurity solutions and fostering the cyber talent that the region needs to defend its critical infrastructure and sustain economic progress,' Selcuk added. 'MEA technology and business leaders increasingly look to OPSWAT to defend their IT/OT suites. We stand ready as their trusted partner.' At GISEC Global 2025, OPSWAT will exhibit from Stand C55, Hall 7. 0 0
Zawya
21-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
OPSWAT announces GISEC 2025 participation as regional cybersecurity leaders face new threats from AI
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: OPSWAT, a global leader in Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) cybersecurity solutions, today announced its participation as a Diamond Sponsor at MEA's leading security event, GISEC Global 2025. The event will run from 6 to 8 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre, hosted by the UAE Cybersecurity Council in partnership with the Dubai Electronic Security Center. Industry professionals from around the world will be able to learn from thought leaders at OPSWAT, while the company aims to forge strategic alliances that drive mutual growth and success in addressing cybersecurity challenges. 'Our main focus at GISEC Global 2025 will be critical infrastructure, the lynchpin of economic progress and an increasingly popular target for threat actors,' said Sertan Selcuk, Vice President for METAP and CIS, OPSWAT. 'Our partnerships will involve devising ways of protecting the interconnected systems and technologies that drive the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Through our demonstrations and discussions at GISEC 2025, OPSWAT experts will show how our solutions directly address the latest cybersecurity challenges, especially the ongoing merger of IT and OT.' CISO and industry visitors of GISEC can visit OPSWAT's CIP Mobile Lab, where OP/X Labs will provide live demos of industry-leading solutions that secure critical infrastructure, while OPSWAT experts offer practical insights into safeguarding organizations' most vital systems and networks. Alongside the Mobile Lab will be OPSWAT's Nuclear Plant Model Reactor, a display that underscores the company's prowess in securing sensitive environments like nuclear power plants. Part of the demonstration will be the showcasing of the interconnectivity of the mobile lab with the nuclear plant model. OPSWAT subject matter experts will also participate in speaking engagements and seminars at GISEC Global 2025. On day one, on the Dark Stage, OPSWAT will run a live hacking session to highlight the dangers that prowl today's threat landscape. During day two, on the Government Stage, hosted by Dubai Electronic Security Center, OPSWAT Founder and CEO, Benny Czarny, will present 'Breaking the Firewall: Revolutionizing Cyber Defense for a Connected World'. He will make the case for a fundamental rethinking of the traditional firewall, highlighting how the rise of AI-driven exploits, encrypted attacks, and increasingly complex network environments demands a new approach to cybersecurity. Also on day two, on the Critical Infrastructure Stage, OPSWAT's Director of Products and Solutions, Kris Voorspoels, will take part in a panel discussion on the security crisis facing the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) in the regional oil and gas sector. With eyes on both 2025 and beyond, panel experts will discuss how the rise of IoT devices in the petrochemical industry, from pipeline sensors to drilling systems, has impacted security for one of the region's most important revenue streams. Aiming to enhance cybersecurity standards across the region in alignment with the goals of the UAE National Cybersecurity Strategy, OPSWAT Academy will offer complimentary CIP certifications, such as File Security Associate (OFSA), Secure Storage Associate (OSSA), Email Security Associate (OESA), Web Traffic Protection Associate (OWPA), and Data Transfer Security Associate (ODSA). 'Our GISEC participation further demonstrates our steadfast commitment to delivering IT/OT cybersecurity solutions and fostering the cyber talent that the region needs to defend its critical infrastructure and sustain economic progress,' Selcuk added. 'MEA technology and business leaders increasingly look to OPSWAT to defend their IT/OT suites. We stand ready as their trusted partner.' At GISEC Global 2025, OPSWAT will exhibit from Stand C55, Hall 7. About OPSWAT For the last 20 years OPSWAT, a global leader in IT, OT, and ICS critical infrastructure cybersecurity, has continuously evolved an end-to-end solutions platform that gives public and private sector organizations and enterprises the critical advantage needed to protect their complex networks and ensure compliance. Empowered by a 'Trust no file. Trust no device.™' philosophy, OPSWAT solves customers' challenges around the world with zero-trust solutions and patented technologies across every level of their infrastructure, securing their networks, data, and devices, and preventing known and unknown threats, zero-day attacks, and malware. Discover how OPSWAT protects the world's critical infrastructure and helps secure our way of life; visit
