CYBERKOV CERT
Authorized CERT User by Carnegie Mellon University
AUTHORIZATION & SIGNIFICANCE
CMU CERT Authorization
Cyberkov is authorized by Carnegie Mellon University's Software Engineering Institute (SEI) to use the CERT registered trademark. This authorization recognizes Cyberkov's commitment to:
- The first authorized CERT user in Kuwait
- Serving organizations across the private and public sectors
- Following international CERT/CC best practices and standards
Who We Serve
As an authorized CERT user, Cyberkov provides incident response and cybersecurity emergency services to a wide range of organizations, including:
- Government entities and public sector organizations
- Critical infrastructure operators
- Private sector and enterprise organizations
WHAT IS CERT
A Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a specialized group of experts dedicated to handling cybersecurity incidents and improving the overall security posture of organizations and nations.
Incident Response
24/7 emergency response to cybersecurity incidents, providing rapid containment, investigation, and recovery support for organizations under attack.
Vulnerability Coordination
Coordinated vulnerability disclosure and management, working with researchers and vendors to ensure responsible handling of security vulnerabilities.
Threat Intelligence
Monitoring and analyzing the evolving threat landscape to provide actionable intelligence and early warnings to the organizations we serve.
Security Awareness
Building cybersecurity capacity through training, awareness programs, and knowledge sharing to strengthen the security posture of our clients.
CYBERKOV CERT MISSION
Cyberkov CERT follows the global CERT mission to improve the security of internet-connected systems, support coordinated vulnerability handling, and strengthen cyber resilience for the organizations we serve. We are committed to:
Incident Handling
Rapid response to security breaches and cyber incidents
Threat Monitoring
Continuous monitoring of emerging threats and vulnerabilities
Advisory Services
Security advisories and best practice guidance
Forensic Analysis
Digital forensics and malware analysis capabilities
Local Presence & Rapid Response
With its local presence and capability, headquartered in Kuwait City, Cyberkov's certified incident response engineers can respond within hours and follow CERT/CC best international practices.
RESPONSIBLE DISCLOSURE & SECURITY RESEARCH
We welcome and encourage security researchers to report vulnerabilities responsibly. Your contributions help us improve the security of systems and protect the organizations we serve.
Reporting Guidelines
- Conduct ethical research without causing harm or disruption
- Provide detailed technical information to help reproduce the issue
- Allow reasonable time for remediation before public disclosure
- Use encrypted communication for sensitive details
Contact Cyberkov CERT
For sensitive vulnerability reports, we strongly recommend using PGP encryption. Our public key is available below.
SECURE COMMUNICATION
For maximum security when sharing sensitive vulnerability details, we provide a PGP public key for encrypted communications.
PGP Encrypted Email
For maximum email security, encrypt your messages using our PGP public key before sending to [email protected]
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Researchers should use encryption when sharing sensitive vulnerability details. All communications are treated with strict confidentiality.
Confidentiality & Responsible Use
Cyberkov CERT handles all reports with the utmost confidentiality. Information shared with us is treated responsibly, with a focus on security improvement rather than attribution or exposure.
- All vulnerability reports are handled confidentially
- Information is used solely for security improvement
- Coordinated disclosure timelines are respected
- Researcher contributions are acknowledged when appropriate
SECURE VULNERABILITY REPORTING
Cyberkov supports responsible vulnerability disclosure in accordance with RFC 9116. Security researchers are encouraged to report vulnerabilities using encrypted communication channels.
security.txt
Our machine-readable security policy is available at the standard location, enabling automated discovery by security tools and researchers.
PGP Encrypted Reporting
We strongly encourage encrypting vulnerability reports using our PGP public key to protect sensitive disclosure details in transit.
Responsible Disclosure Policy
Reports are handled confidentially and acknowledged within 48 hours
Coordinated disclosure timelines are respected and negotiated
Preferred languages for reporting: English and Arabic
Security researchers are acknowledged for responsible disclosures
CONTACT CYBERKOV CERT
Whether you need to report a vulnerability, coordinate an incident response, or seek expert guidance on security matters, Cyberkov CERT is here to help.