Your Data, Protected – Comera Pay’s UAE IA Compliance

Committed to UAE National Cybersecurity Standards

As a CBUAE licensed financial institution operating in the UAE, we understand the importance of meeting local cybersecurity expectations. That’s why Comera Pay is fully aligned with the UAE Information Assurance (IA) standards, ensuring that our systems, data, and services follow the nation’s most trusted cybersecurity practices.

Our compliance with UAE IA demonstrates our commitment to protecting user data, supporting national resilience, and maintaining secure operations in line with the UAE government’s directives.

What is UAE IA?

UAE Information Assurance (IA) is a national standard developed by the UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA, formerly TRA). It outlines mandatory security controls that apply to entities handling critical information infrastructure in the country; including licensed financial institutions like Comera Pay.

The framework ensures that digital systems in the UAE are resilient, secure, and protected against evolving cyber threats.

Why UAE IA Compliance Matters

Complying with UAE IA is not just about meeting regulatory requirements; it’s about creating a secure environment for users, businesses, and public infrastructure. Here is why it’s important:

1. National Compliance – Required for entities operating critical or sensitive digital services in the UAE
2. Data Sovereignty – Supports UAE’s laws around local data handling and storage
3. Cyber Resilience – Reduces risks from cyberattacks, service disruptions, and data breaches
4. Public Trust – Builds user and partner confidence by aligning with national standards

Core Components of UAE IA

The UAE IA framework is organized into multiple security domains, each designed to address different aspects of information protection. Key domains include:

1. Information Security Governance

• Define policies, roles, and responsibilities for cybersecurity
• Appoint an accountable authority for information security

2. Risk Management

• Identify and assess cyber risks across operations
• Implement mitigation measures and maintain risk registers

3. Asset and Data Protection

• Classify and control access to sensitive information
• Ensure secure storage, transfer, and disposal of data

4. Access Control

• Enforce user access based on roles and business needs
• Apply multi-factor authentication where appropriate

5. Network and Infrastructure Security

• Segment networks and secure communication channels
• Deploy firewalls, intrusion prevention, and endpoint protection

6. Monitoring and Incident Response

• Continuously monitor systems for threats and anomalies
• Define and test incident response procedures

7. Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

• Prepare recovery plans to ensure service continuity
• Regularly test and update backup and recovery systems

8. Awareness and Training

• Educate employees on cybersecurity best practices
• Conduct periodic drills and compliance training

How We Comply at Comera Pay

At Comera Pay, we have taken a structured, proactive approach to implementing UAE IA controls across our operations:

• Dedicated cybersecurity governance – Led by experienced security and compliance professionals
• Data localization and protection – All sensitive data is hosted in secure, compliant UAE-based cloud infrastructure
• Access control enforcement – Role-based access with MFA and activity logging
• Security operations monitoring – Real-time detection, alerting, and response across environments
• Business continuity planning – Regular backups and failover mechanisms
• Employee training – All staff undergo mandatory cybersecurity awareness sessions

We actively review and update our controls in line with UAE IA updates, threat trends, and internal audits.

Our Ongoing Commitment

UAE IA compliance is not just a checkbox; it is part of our everyday approach to building a secure, trusted financial platform.

We are committed to:

• Regularly reassessing risks and controls
• Working closely with regulators and local partners
• Promoting a culture of cybersecurity across our teams

Built for Trust

By complying with UAE IA standards, we ensure your data stays secure, resilient, and protected.

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