Middle East Managed Detection and Response 2025 Assessment

This document is an IDC MarketScape report assessing the Middle East managed detection and response (MDR) vendors for 2025. It outlines significant transformations in the MDR market driven by regulatory changes, technological advancements, and a focus on digital sovereignty. The report details the introduction of a tiered licensing model by Saudi Arabia's National Cybersecurity Authority, which mandates compliance for managed security operations. It also discusses the UAE's new cybersecurity policies and the integration of AI technologies by managed security service providers. The document emphasizes the shift from traditional monitoring to advanced, AI-powered security ecosystems, highlighting capabilities such as automated threat hunting, enhanced analytics, and compliance expertise. Additionally, it provides criteria for vendor inclusion in the assessment and offers advice for organizations evaluating MDR services, focusing on security models, AI strategies, and compliance requirements. The report concludes with a summary of key vendor profiles, including Help AG's position as a leader in the market.