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HEALTHCARE , ETHIOPIA , ZIMBABWE , ANGOLA , KENYA , AMONGST MOST TARGETED IN AFRICA
Healthcare institutions have become prime targets for cybercriminals due to the high value of medical records and personal data , while ransomware attacks are damaging and can cripple the ability to perform operations , delaying treatments and procedures , and risking patient lives . Executives from Check Point Software share insights .
Check Point Software published its Global Threat Index for June 2024 . This month , the analysis reveals significant shifts in the ransomware landscape and highlights pressing cybersecurity challenges specific to the African continent . Seven African countries rank in the Top 20 most attacked . South Africa ranks 61st among the 112 countries surveyed . Egypt ranks as the least most attacked , ranking 112th .
“ In light of these statistics , organisations in Africa must adopt a proactive approach to cybersecurity . Leveraging advanced threat intelligence , robust defence mechanisms , and comprehensive incident response plans are essential steps to mitigate the risks posed by cyber threats ,” says Issam El Haddaoui , Head of Security Sales Engineering for Africa , Check Point Software .
Cybersecurity threats are intensifying across Africa , with several countries appearing prominently in the global rankings for cyber-attacks . According to Check Point ’ s latest data :
The most common vulnerability exploit type in South Africa is Information Disclosure , impacting 76 % of the organisations .
• Ethiopia holds the top spot in Africa and second globally , with a Normalised Risk Index of 99.0 .
• Zimbabwe ranks as the third most attacked country globally with a Normalised Risk Index of 78.1 .
• Angola and Kenya have also seen a rise in their risk rankings – placing 6th and 9th respectively , with a Normalised Risk Index of 72.4 for the former and 65.7 for the latter .
These rankings highlight the critical importance of cybersecurity readiness for African businesses and organisations . Despite ongoing efforts to bolster defences , the dynamic and evolving threat landscape continues to pose significant risks .
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