OWASP Kuwait City
Welcome
Welcome to the OWASP Kuwait City Chapter!
We are delighted to have you join us as we embark on a journey to explore the world of web application security. It is with great pleasure that we introduce ourselves as the Chapter leaders: Omar Almutairi, Faisal Albuloushi, and Fatimah AlYousef.
Here at OWASP Kuwait City, our primary goal is to raise awareness about the crucial importance of securing web applications. We strive to cultivate a thriving community of cybersecurity enthusiasts who are passionate about safeguarding digital landscapes. Through engaging events, interactive workshops, and knowledge-sharing initiatives, we empower professionals, students, and organizations with the tools and insights needed to tackle emerging threats.
Together, we will delve into the latest trends, best practices, and cutting-edge research in web application security. Our aim is to create a secure digital environment not only for Kuwait City but also for the global community.
Your active participation and contributions are invaluable to our mission. Connect with us, attend our events, and let us shape the future of cybersecurity together!
Participation
At the OWASP Kuwait City Chapter, we thrive on active participation from individuals like you. As a member, you play a vital role in our community dedicated to web application security. Join us in attending engaging events, immersive workshops, and insightful training sessions that will enhance your knowledge and skills. By becoming an OWASP member, you’ll not only gain access to a wealth of exclusive resources but also connect with a global network of cybersecurity professionals. Together, let’s strengthen the cybersecurity landscape, drive innovation, and make a lasting impact within the OWASP community.
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Past Events
What is OWASP?!
Speaker: Faisal Albuloushi - LinkedIn
Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Event Link: here
OWASP Mobile Top 10
Speaker: Adel Mallik - LinkedIn
Date: Monday, November 11, 2024
Event Link: here
Video: here
Enhancing Security Awareness through the Human Layer
Speaker: Mohammad Alzatari - LinkedIn
Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Event Link: here
Video: here
HTTP Headers in Phishing Attack Investigations
Speaker: Humoud Alsaleh - LinkedIn
Date: Moday, July 22, 2024
Event Link: here
Video: here
Regulatory Deep-Dive: The Central Bank of Kuwait’s Cybersecurity Framework
Speaker: Abdulwahab Alhaji - LinkedIn
Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Event Link: here
Video: here
Setting Up Command & Control Server (In-Person)
Speaker: Fawaz AlMutairi
Date: Wednesday May 15, 2024
Location: Kuwait University, College of Engineering and Petroleum, North Building, 3rd Floor, Section C1, N03C1074
Details: here
Adopting DevSecOps for Faster and More Secure SDLC
Date: April 24, 2024
Location: Kuwait College of Science and Technology, first floor, block F, room: F-104 (In-person)
Speaker: Ahmad Abdullah - OWASP Dubai Chapter Leader
Event Link: here
Video: here
AI Applications and Cybersecurity Challenges (Joint Event Between OWASP Kuwait City and OWASP Dubai)
Date: March 7, 2024
Location: Kuwait College of Science & Technology, Doha Area, 7th Ring Road, Kuwait (In-person)
Agenda:
- 09:15 to 10:00 Registration
- 10:00 to 10:15 Opening
- 10:15 to 10:45 Keynote: AI CONCERNS
- 10:45 to 12:00 Panel Discussion
- 12:00 to 12:30 Break
- 12:30 to 13:15 Beyond the Code: AI Assistants and the Future of Cybersecurity Practices
- 13:15 to 14:00 Building AI Application & Impacting the Cybersecurity Requirements
Panellists:
- Prof. Ayed A. Salman
- Eng. Mohammed Aldoub
- Eng. Fahad Almasoud
- Eng. Majid Alqabandi
Video: Playlist
Saturday February 03, 2024 (In-person)
Location: KIF Hall 6 - أرض المعارض
Speaker: Eng. Omar Almutairi
Time: 06:30 to 07:30 PM
Subject: Securing Digital Life
Details: Can be found here
Wednesday December 27, 2023
Location: Virtual
Speaker: Eng. Fatimah AlYousuf
Time: 07:00 to 08:00 PM (GMT+3)
Subject: OWASP Software Assurance Maturity Model (SAMM)
Video: here
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Location: Virtual
Speaker: Dan Barahona
Time: 07:00 to 08:00 PM (GMT+3)
Subject: OWASP API Security Top 10
Video: here
Sunday, October 15, 2023 (In-person)
Location: University Conference Centre, Kuwait University, Kuwait.
Speaker: Faisal Albuloushi - OWASP Kuwait Chapter Leader
Agenda:
- What is OWASP?
- Supply Chain Risk
- SBOM Definition
- OWASP CycloneDX
- OWASP Dependency-Track
- Recommendations
Presentation: here
Video: here
Monday, April 1, 2019 (In-person)
Location: Sirdab Lab, Jaber alMubarak Street, Sharq.
Agenda:
- 07:00-07:30pm: Welcoming & briefing about OWASP chapter. By: Fahad AlQallaf.
- 07:30-08:00pm: SCADA Control system Security. By: Dr. Sulaiman AlHasawi [1].
- 08:00-08:30pm: Advanced Pentesting Demo. By: Eng. Fatma AlYousef [2].
- 08:30-9:00pm Closing and Networking.
Wednesday, October 4, 2017 (In-person)
Location: Kuwait University, Khaldiya Campus, Hall 109.
Agenda:
- 12:30pm: Introduction to web app security, attacks, and defenses. By: Eng. Mohammed AlDoub.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Location: Cyber Security Summit, Prague, Czech Republic.
Agenda:
- 10:00am: Invaders at the Gates: Last Minute Defenses for Impending Attacks. By: Eng. Mohammed AlDoub.
Saturday, September 29, 2012 (In-person)
Location: Kuwait Information Technology Society (KITS), Street 37, Block 3, Rawda, Kuwait City.
Agenda:
- 10:00am: Introduction to OWASP, its goals, projects, and membership. Brief discussion about the status of web security in Kuwait. By: Eng. Mohammed AlDoub.
Call for Presentations (CFP)
Introduction
Greetings from OWASP Kuwait City Chapter! We’re excited to extend an invitation to professionals and speakers in the field of cybersecurity to share their expertise and insights with our community. As part of our commitment to fostering knowledge exchange and growth in Kuwait, we’re launching this Call for Presentations to offer a platform for technical sessions and collaboration.
Main Domains
We welcome submissions covering a wide range of topics related to cybersecurity, including but not limited to:
- Web Security
- Mobile Security
- API Security
- AI Applications and Security
- Cloud Security
- IoT Security
- Vulnerability Management
- Penetration Testing and Red Teaming
- Blue Teaming
- Firewalls
- Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC)
- Secure Development
- Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Third-party Risk Management (TPRM)
Please find OWASP Projects for your reference: here
Reminders to Some OWASP Policies
As part of the OWASP community, it’s important to adhere to our principles and policies. We kindly remind all potential presenters to review and agree to the OWASP Speaker Agreement, which can be found here. Additionally, OWASP is committed to being vendor-neutral, and presentations should refrain from promoting specific brands, vendors, or software solutions.
How to Apply
Interested speakers can apply by filling out our Google Form. Please ensure to provide detailed information about your proposed presentation topic, along with your contact details.
We look forward to receiving your submissions and collaborating with you to enrich the cybersecurity landscape in Kuwait!