MWC25 Doha: Experts Highlight Cyber Threats for 5G networks

Doha, November 25 (QNA) - Cybersecurity and telecommunications experts have highlighted the importance of monitoring and addressing technical cyber threats related to 5G networks.
The remarks came during a panel on cybersecurity for 5G mobile networks at MWC25 Doha. Discussions sought to protect high-value assets in the current cybersecurity landscape, especially within telecom companies.
They stressed the need to identify cyber threats to 5G networks and provide practical insights to decision-makers, helping to safeguard the strategic value of telecom companies. They noted that the arrival of 5G has added complexity, as different entities view cyber threats from different perspectives, making universal threat models risky. A shared language and framework are therefore crucial to strengthen national cybersecurity systems.
Among the specialists and officials attending the event were Dana Al Abdullah, Policy Affairs Director at the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) and Tim Hart, Head of Research and Consulting at GSMA.
Dana Al Abdullah said the session aimed to examine key topics, including the cyber risks associated with 5G networks, which form a critical part of national infrastructure, with participation from leading stakeholders in the telecom and cybersecurity sectors.
She added that a joint research paper between the NCSA and GSMA was launched during the session, focusing on how to monitor and address threats related to 5G networks. (QNA)