Cyber Threat Landscape in South Africa: What You Need to Know

Check Point Software Technologies, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, recently published its Global Threat Index for December 2023, shedding light on the evolving cyber threat landscape. For South Africa, this report is particularly crucial as it outlines the most targeted industries and countries on the continent.

In the African context, the Communications, Utilities, and Government/Military sectors are identified as the most targeted industries, with Financial Services closely following. Among the most targeted countries in Africa are Ethiopia (2nd) and Nigeria (10th), showcasing the region’s vulnerability to malware attacks.

South Africa, ranked 70th globally, stands out as a focal point in the report. The country’s cybersecurity landscape is in the spotlight as organizations need to be vigilant against emerging threats. The Check Point report emphasizes the significance of a preventative approach to endpoint security and the necessity for due diligence on email origins and intent.

The threat landscape in December saw the resurgence of Qbot malware, employed in limited-scale phishing attacks targeting the hospitality sector. Meanwhile, JavaScript downloader FakeUpdates claimed the top spot globally, impacting 2% of organizations. South African organizations should take note of these developments to bolster their cybersecurity defenses.

The report also highlights the most exploited vulnerabilities globally, with South African organizations urged to pay attention to potential weaknesses. Notably, the report emphasizes the importance of staying informed about emerging mobile malware threats, with Anubis maintaining its position as the most prevalent mobile malware.

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Papi Mabele has a marketing background, he is a digital marketing expert with extensive experience in launching and building global brands in the emerging markets. Papi is also an avid tech writer, enthusiast and all round tech junkie. As a freelance writer and analyst he has been numerously published in Popular Mechanics (SA), GQ South Africa, Premier Magazine, Driven Magazine, Bloem News, Courant, The Weekly, Enthooze Magazine and PiE magazine amongst others.