{
  "id": 17233071,
  "title": "Nayatel Tops PTA Cybersecurity Rating 2026 in Fixed Line",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/nayatel-tops-pta-cybersecurity-rating-2026-in-fixed-line",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-30T13:21:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/10/30/nayatel-tops-pta-cybersecurity-rating-2026-in-fixed-line/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nayatel has achieved a top position in the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority's (PTA) Cybersecurity Rating 2026 for Fixed Line services. This marks the second consecutive year in which Nayatel has topped the Fixed Line Category, surpassing all other operators. The rating process involves annual audits by the PTA in collaboration with an independent third party, evaluating operators' adherence to the Critical Telecom Data and Infrastructure Security Regulations (CTDISR) concerning data protection, network security, and cyber threat preparedness. These audits are then used to rank operators within their respective categories. The updated regulations, known as CTDISR-2025, adhere to ISO/IEC 27001 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, promoting a proactive, risk-based security strategy. Nayatel has maintained second place in the Fixed Line Category for two years before securing the first position in 2026. The company attributes this success to its dedicated Cybersecurity team and the overall security efforts across the organization. Nayatel's achievements are bolstered by its ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 certifications, as well as the globally recognized certifications of its cybersecurity professionals, such as OSCP, CEH, and PT1. The recognition reflects Nayatel's commitment to cybersecurity and its broader contributions to the sector, including the provision of penetration testing services to Pakistani businesses to help them identify and address vulnerabilities. The significance of this ranking lies in the increasing reliance on online services for various aspects of daily life, including banking, shopping, work, and government interactions. As such, the security of the networks supporting these services has become paramount. Pakistan's position as Tier 1 in the ITU Global Cybersecurity Index 2024, placing it within the top 40 countries globally, is partly attributed to the consistent cybersecurity audits undertaken by the telecom sector. For Nayatel's customers—both residential and commercial—the company's designation as the top Fixed Line operator in PTA's Cybersecurity Rating 2026 signifies that they benefit from the most secure connection available in the market.",
  "summary": "Fast internet gets most of the attention. But speed only matters if the connection is safe. That is why Nayatel’s … Read More The post Nayatel Tops PTA Cybersecurity Rating 2026 in Fixed Line appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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