Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology (MTCIT), through the National Centre for Information Security, has successfully addressed 136 cybersecurity incidents in the first nine months of 2024. The swift detection and resolution of these issues underscore the ministry’s commitment to safeguarding the nation’s digital infrastructure against emerging cyber threats.
In addition, MTCIT issued 25 cyber alerts and warnings concerning security vulnerabilities. These alerts were accompanied by detailed guidelines to help institutions mitigate potential risks and prevent breaches.
The National Laboratory for Digital Evidence, during the same period, processed 164 cases and analyzed 757 devices, including desktop computers, laptops, mobile phones, and external hard drives.
MTCIT has also made significant progress in enhancing Oman’s digital authentication services, issuing over 2.3 million electronic authentication certificates linked to residence cards. Furthermore, more than 233,000 certificates were provided for mobile phone authentication, and 213 certificates were issued for electronic signature tools for government and private sector employees.
To further strengthen Oman’s digital ecosystem, MTCIT completed the integration of 14 new electronic systems from various institutions, expanding access to electronic authentication services. This initiative aims to streamline operations and ensure secure digital interactions across sectors.
These achievements reflect MTCIT’s ongoing efforts to fortify Oman’s cybersecurity infrastructure and drive the country toward a safer and more efficient digital future.
