The hot, dry, and arid landscape of the Middle East region makes it especially reliant on critical infrastructure - water, power, climate control, desalination, etc. Operating reliable, high availability digital technology that supports this critical infrastructure is crucial. However, cybercrime, malware, and surveillance targeting this technology are increasing with disturbing frequency. This panel will explore the effects of cyber incidents against everyday technology upon which nearly 500 million people and global commerce and supply lines depend.
