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    Iraq in the crosshairs of cyber attacks: Dismantling suspicious contracts is a necessity to protect

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    Post by Rocky Sun 13 Oct 2024, 5:06 am

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    Baghdad/Al-Masala: Iraq faces an increasing threat from cyber attacks, due to its weak digital infrastructure that makes it an easy target for these attacks.
    With the development of hacking and artificial intelligence technologies, cyber attacks have become a threat equal to, if not greater than, traditional threats such as terrorism.
    In fact, these attacks can disrupt communications systems, steal sensitive data, and even paralyze vital infrastructure such as energy, water, and hospitals.
    Digital infrastructure challenges in Iraq:
    Iraq’s digital infrastructure is not adequately protected, the public and private sectors suffer from weak cyber awareness, and many government institutions still lack modern security technologies, making them vulnerable to hacking. Inadequate cyber protection also puts Iraq in a vulnerable position against parties seeking to exploit these vulnerabilities for hostile purposes.
    Cyber ​​threats may be no less dangerous than armed attacks, as they can cause significant damage with minimal cost and effort.
    Imagine cyber attacks disrupting power plants or stealing sensitive data from financial or security institutions. That could weaken the country from within.
    The emergence of artificial intelligence increases these risks, as it can be used to target individuals or institutions in a targeted manner.
    Contracting with foreign companies 
    Security reports indicate the risks of contracting with foreign companies such as Thales, which have suspicious relations with parties hostile to Iraq.
    The deal with these companies could open the door to the leakage of sensitive information related to Iraqi national security, including citizens’ data, photos, and fingerprints. This situation raises questions about the Iraqi government’s ability to protect the privacy of its citizens and ensure that the state’s sovereignty over its digital data is not surrendered.
    Iraq needs more advanced strategies to protect its digital infrastructure, while strengthening cooperation with globally reputable cybersecurity companies, without getting involved in relationships with external parties that may pose a threat. A supreme committee at the state level should also be formed to set strict cybersecurity standards and dismantle suspicious contracts such as the one with Thales.
    What to do?
    The main challenge facing Iraq is not only in enhancing the protection of its infrastructure, but in how to balance the need to update technology with maintaining national security.
    If the government continues to contract with companies with ties to hostile actors, it may lose control of vital information. Therefore, the response must be swift and decisive, with priority given to developing local cybersecurity capabilities and building strong community and government awareness to protect the country from future threats.
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