UAE warns public about growing threat of destructive ‘wiper’ cyberattacks

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has warned about the growing threat of wiper malware, a type of malicious software designed to erase or damage data and disrupt digital systems rather than steal information. These attacks can delete files, corrupt operating systems, or overwrite critical disk structures, potentially causing systems to stop functioning and making recovery extremely difficult. The council noted that such cyberattacks can significantly impact both individuals and organizations, resulting in loss of personal data, service disruptions, operational delays, financial losses, and reputational damage.