“As companies in the GCC rapidly embrace digital transformation, the potential surface for cyberattacks is expanding. Ransomware attacks continue to be the most prevalent threat today, driving the growth of the cybercrime economy. It is important for organizations to strengthen their cyber defenses with around-the-clock threat detection, investigation and response. We aim to educate our partners that this can be achieved with Sophos’ Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services, which can augment existing security operations teams or can be handed over completely to Sophos for full 24/7 monitoring, response and remediation,” said Harish Chib, vice president, Emerging Markets, Middle East and Africa at Sophos.

The Sophos Stat e of Ransomware 2024 Report reveals that 99% of organizations hit by ransomware were able to identify the root cause of the attack. The two most common root causes of ransomware attacks, exploited vulnerabilities and compromised credentials, are preventable, yet many organizations are still failing to implement key security measures that will reduce their overall risk profile.

“During the roadshow, Sophos experts will advise partners on the importance of evaluating their exposure to the underlying causes and address this concern on how to prioritize the riskiest exposures and provide tailored remediation guidance,” added Chib.

Over the last few years, Sophos has built a structure that provides its partners with the support and resources they need to be successful in the cybersecurity market. Partners will also benefit from the opportunity to connect and network with like-minded professionals across the GCC market.