CloudSEK confronts rising AI-driven cyber risks across Middle East

Cyber threats in the Middle East are escalating, with state-sponsored groups and cybercriminals targeting critical sectors. CloudSEK's report indicates around 1,000 attacks were recorded in the last quarter, focusing on sectors like financial services and telecommunications. The report highlights that AI weaponization has complicated the threat landscape, enabling attackers to conduct increasingly coordinated campaigns. Additionally, third-party exposure and vulnerabilities in IT and operational technology environments add new layers of risk for organizations.