SECURING THE ENTERPRISE

EDDY ABBOUD, VP OF MDS COMPUTERS, EXAMINES BIGGEST CYBERSECURITY TRENDS AND THEIR IMPLICATIONS FOR REGIONAL ENTERPRISES

customers through social engineering, phishing, and other techniques. Finally, organisations must adopt modern solutions which are required to address the diverse cyber risk landscape.

As cyber security leaders, we must stay on top of these trends and take proactive steps to mitigate potential cyber threats.

Why should cybersecurity be a top business priority?

which includes a variety of technical and organisational measures. Conducting a comprehensive risk assessment, developing a cybersecurity strategy and policy, educating employees on how to identify and avoid potential risks, implementing robust access controls, regularly updating and patching software, conducting regular security testing and assessments, and implementing a robust incident response plan are all part of this process.

Businesses can also improve their cybersecurity defense and become more resilient to cyber threats by partnering with MDS Computers to consult on and implement a full security framework that addresses their specific business and IT needs.

Do you see a demand for managed security services in the region?

What are the cybersecurity trends to watch out for in 2023?

It is critical to be aware of the most recent cyber risk developments and ways to strengthen the infrastructure. Organisations should keep an eye on several key trends in 2023.

For starters, cloud security remains a concern, giving threat actors the opportunity to launch attacks. With easy opportunities in e-commerce, banking, and online booking applications, mobile devices are becoming a major target for attackers. We can also anticipate more targeted attacks on IoT devices and OT infrastructure, as a broader range of malicious actors target these technologies. Moreover, as increased patient data is stored online and in the cloud, the healthcare sector is becoming more susceptible to cyber threats.

Reports from various security principles suggest that AI techniques and machine learning can aid in the detection and response to cyber threats. Let’s not forget that the organisation’s user base remains a primary target, with threat actors compromising employees and

For several reasons, cybersecurity should remain a top business priority. First and foremost, protecting sensitive data is critical for any business. Organisations collect and store massive amounts of sensitive data, including customer information, financial, and other important data types. Cybersecurity measures are critical to protecting this data from unauthorised access, theft, or misuse.

Second, cybersecurity breaches can be extremely costly for businesses, both financially and in terms of reputational damage. A single data breach can result in substantial financial losses as a result of litigation, customer compensation, and possibly regulatory fines.

With the increasing frequency of cyber-attacks such as phishing scams, ransomware attacks, and other malicious activities, the risk is greater than ever. Cybersecurity is an important business priority that should not be overlooked. Protecting sensitive data, reducing financial losses, and protecting the company’s reputation are just a few of the reasons why investing in cybersecurity measures is a good idea.

Which steps do you advise to improve cyber resilience?

Businesses should take a holistic approach to improving cyber resilience,

Yes, of course. There is a high demand for managed security services in the UAE and throughout the region. The rapid adoption of digital technologies and applications, combined with the increasing frequency of cyber threats, has resulted in a greater emphasis on cybersecurity in general.

Large enterprises and government organisations in the region require robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data and business operations, in-country, from advanced cyber threats. There is also requirement to deliver this service promptly, which makes developing and maintaining an effective in-house cybersecurity capability difficult for businesses. Hence, the increased demand for managed security services.

MDS Computers has made significant investments and acquisitions in this area to have a complete managed services portfolio. Today, we enjoy an everincreasing demand for the mature services we provide to the UAE market.

Do you expect regional enterprises to leverage AI and ML to enhance threat detection and response capabilities?

I strongly recommend regional enterprises to use AI and ML for threat detection and response. These technologies have the potential to significantly improve the speed and accuracy of threat detection, reduce response times, and proactively identify potential security risks.