71.4% of Cyber Threats in UAE Are State-Sponsored, Reports Cybersecurity Council

71.4% of Cyber Threats in UAE Are State-Sponsored, Reports Cybersecurity Council

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In 2026, the UAE experienced 128 confirmed cyber threat incidents, with 71.4% attributed to state-sponsored actors. The threats include ransomware attacks and are part of a broader analysis indicating that 15 out of 21 tracked threat groups are state-affiliated. The UAE's cybersecurity framework is noted for its capability to detect and counter these threats effectively.

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2026-02-18
Cybersecurity Council reports 128 cyber incidents in UAE
2026-02-18
71.4% of threats identified as state-sponsored
2026-02-18
Dr. Al Kuwaiti discusses UAE's cybersecurity capabilities

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