Cyber Security Basics

Balancing Global Best Practices with Local Compliance in Cybersecurity Introduction

Cyber threats are escalating at an alarming rate, with approximately 800 million cyberattacks occurring globally each year, marking a  44% increase from the previous year. In the UAE, around  50,000 cyberattacks  are reported annually, reflecting a  20% year-on-year rise. Notably, 30% of all cyberattacks in the UAE target government sectors, while financial institutions and SMBs are also heavily impacted. The types of industries facing these threats in the UAE mirror global trends, where sectors like government, finance, and healthcare consistently rank among the most targeted worldwide.