Penetration testing & cybersecurity · UAE Architects of Digital Resilience

DABS runs Digital Attack & Breach Simulation against your systems the way a real adversary would, so the weaknesses are found by us first, and never by them. Penetration testing, secure software development and awareness training from Ajman, UAE, for the GCC, Egypt and clients worldwide.

Aligned with ISO/IEC 27001 · NIST · CIS · DESC · ISR · NESA

2025
Founded

Born in the UAE, built for a global threat landscape.

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Service lines

Offensive testing, consulting and secure software development.

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Proactive

Intelligence-led offense before adversaries strike.

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Regional reach

UAE-headquartered, serving the GCC, Egypt and beyond.

About DABS

Navigating the future of the threat landscape

Founded in late 2025 in Ajman, United Arab Emirates, DABS was built for a world where digital transformation and AI have pushed threats far beyond conventional defenses. We are not another security vendor. We are architects of digital resilience, safeguarding the assets that drive progress across the Emirates, the GCC and Egypt.

Our team is a collective of certified ethical hackers, security architects and threat intelligence specialists. They hold CEH, OSCP and CISSP credentials, and are relentless by temperament. Certified. Experienced. Unyielding.

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Vision

Setting the global standard

To be the undisputed leader in proactive cybersecurity, the benchmark for ethical hacking and threat intelligence, so no organization in the UAE or beyond is ever held hostage by an adversary.

Mission

From reactive defense to proactive dominance

We empower organizations to identify, understand and neutralize vulnerabilities before they can be exploited, transforming security postures into measurable, lasting resilience across every digital asset we touch.

Services

Surgical security for every digital asset

A comprehensive suite of offensive security engagements plus secure-by-design software development, each one tailored, thorough and built to deliver lasting improvements to your security posture.

01

Web App Penetration Testing

Uncover vulnerabilities in public-facing and internal web platforms before attackers reach them, including injection, broken auth, and logic flaws.

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Mobile App Penetration Testing

Secure iOS and Android apps from design through deployment across every attack surface, including storage, transport, and runtime.

03

Cloud Security Assessment

Protect data integrity and confidentiality across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and private infrastructure, from misconfiguration to identity.

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Network Penetration Testing

Probe internal and external networks for entry points, lateral movement paths, and configuration flaws attackers exploit.

05

API Security Testing

Verify APIs against injection, authorization bypass, and data exposure. APIs are the layer most modern breaches target.

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IoT / OT Security Testing

Harden connected devices and operational technology where physical and digital risk converge, from firmware to protocol.

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Social Engineering & Phishing

Test the human layer with phishing, vishing, and physical intrusion, to build a truly resilient security culture.

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Secure Software Development

We don't just test software, we build it. Custom web, mobile, API and cloud software engineered secure from the first line of code, with security woven through every stage of the SDLC.

Not sure where you're exposed?

Start with a scoping call. We'll map your real attack surface and recommend the right engagement.

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Training & awareness

Turn your people into your first line of defense

Practical cybersecurity awareness sessions for staff, managers and developers, delivered on-site in the UAE or live online anywhere, in Arabic or English. Built from the real attacks we see in our testing.

Popular sessions

  • Phishing & social engineering for all staff
  • Ransomware & payment fraud awareness
  • Secure coding workshops for developers (OWASP Top 10)
  • Executive cyber-risk briefings
  • Talks for events, universities and communities
Methodology

The Digital Fortress protocol

Every engagement follows a disciplined, repeatable protocol, governed by signed rules of engagement so your operations stay protected throughout.

Phase 01

Reconnaissance & planning

We map your footprint, confirm targets and agree scope and rules of engagement in writing.

Phase 02

Identification & analysis

Automated scanning plus deep manual analysis pinpoints weaknesses, including business-logic flaws tools miss.

Phase 03

Exploitation & validation

Under controlled conditions we safely exploit findings to prove real-world impact, with no disruption.

Phase 04

Reporting & re-test

Executive and technical reports, a debrief with your team, and a complimentary re-test to confirm every fix.

Why DABS

Precision. Proactivity. Partnership.

Choosing DABS means a partner that delivers more than a report: an unwavering commitment to keeping your organization ahead of the threat curve.

Intelligence-led

We don't just find flaws. We anticipate threats, using current threat intelligence to inform every test.

Regulatory aligned

Mapped to ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, CIS, DESC ISR and the UAE IA Regulation (NESA), so your audits hold no surprises.

Manual logic analysis

Human experts uncover complex business-logic flaws that automated tools consistently miss.

Actionable deliverables

Clear executive summaries and detailed technical roadmaps that give decisive direction, without jargon.

Post-engagement support

We stay engaged after the report, with guidance and a free re-test to confirm every fix holds.

Zero-trust mindset

We challenge every assumption, treating every system as compromised until proven otherwise.

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Where we work

UAE-based, remote-first, regional reach

We're headquartered in Ajman, UAE, and work remotely with clients across the Gulf, Egypt and beyond, securely and on your schedule.

UAE

United Arab Emirates

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and every emirate. Testing aligned to UAE IA (NESA) and DESC ISR.

KSA

Saudi Arabia

Penetration testing aligned to NCA ECC, SAMA and PDPL requirements.

EG

Egypt

Testing, secure development and Arabic training for Egyptian companies.

Worldwide

Rest of the world

Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and international clients, delivered remotely.

Our process

A clear path from first call to lasting fix

We listen first. Every engagement is scoped to your environment, risk appetite and compliance needs, with no generic, off-the-shelf packages.

1

Consultation & scoping

We understand your environment, risk appetite and critical assets before defining the engagement perimeter.

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Customized proposal

A tailored, fixed-price proposal aligned to your threat profile, budget and compliance requirements.

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Rules of engagement

Formal, legally sound boundaries are signed before a single test begins.

4

Testing execution

Certified experts combine automated tooling with deep manual analysis for maximum coverage.

5

Reporting & debrief

Findings presented in an executive debrief, with severity ratings, context and prioritized remediation.

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Remediation & re-test

We guide every fix and run a complimentary re-test to confirm vulnerabilities are resolved.

Trusted across the region

Our partners & clients

Organizations that partner with DABS to secure and build what matters.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does DABS Security do?

DABS Security is a cybersecurity company offering penetration testing (web, mobile, API, cloud, network, IoT/OT and social engineering), secure software development and cybersecurity awareness training.

Where is DABS Security based, and where do you work?

We are based in Ajman, United Arab Emirates. We work remotely with clients anywhere in the world, with a focus on the UAE, the wider GCC (including Saudi Arabia) and Egypt.

How much does a penetration test cost?

Cost depends on scope, such as the number of applications, endpoints or hosts and the testing approach. We offer a free scoping call and then send a fixed quote.

Is a re-test included?

Yes. Every penetration test includes a complimentary re-test to confirm that the issues we found have been fixed.

Do you offer services in Arabic?

Yes. Debriefs, awareness training and phishing campaigns can be delivered in Arabic, English or both.

Insights

Latest from the DABS team

How to spot a phishing email in 10 seconds

Phishing is still the easiest way into most companies. The good news: nearly every phishing message gives itself away. Here is the 10-second check we teach in our awareness sessions.

Fake invoice fraud: how business email compromise works, and how to stop it

No malware, no hacking tools, just one convincing email asking finance to pay a real invoice into a new bank account. Business email compromise is one of the costliest cyber crimes for companies, and it is preventable.

Ransomware attack: what to do in the first 24 hours

The decisions you make in the first hours of a ransomware attack shape how much you lose. This guide walks through what to do, and what not to do, so your team can act calmly when it matters.

Connect with DABS

Let's find your weaknesses first

Reach out for a free consultation, a scoped proposal or an urgent security inquiry. Our team responds fast.

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