Arab News features Amir Kolahzadeh warning that the WannaCry ransomware attack is just the beginning of an escalating cyberwar, with smart buildings, cars, and IoT devices all becoming targets.
Arab News featured Amir Kolahzadeh, founder and chief executive of ITSEC, providing expert analysis on the global WannaCry ransomware attack that hit more than 100,000 organizations across 150 countries.
Kolahzadeh warned that the attack marked only the beginning of an escalating cyberwar, stating that more sophisticated attacks would follow, targeting smart buildings, smart cars, and connected devices across the region.
The article highlighted his call for greater international cooperation to investigate and combat such large-scale attacks, while noting that hackers regard the risk as minimal compared to rewards that can reach millions of dollars a day.
Kolahzadeh advised all users to remain vigilant against emails from external or untrusted sources, emphasizing the importance of keeping systems up-to-date and exercising caution with online activities.
Source: Arab News