Africa experienced the highest average weekly cyber attacks per organisation in Q2 2024, with a 37% increase from the previous year.
- The global average was 1,636 attacks per organisation per week, up 30% from the previous year.
- Check Point’s research division released the data on Q2 2024 cyber attack trends.
- The manufacturing sector was the most affected industry, with a 56% year-over-year increase in ransomware attacks.
- Healthcare, communications, and utilities sectors also experienced significant rises in ransomware incidents.
- Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa are among the top African countries facing cyber threats, with South Africa experiencing an average of 1,450 weekly attacks per organisation.
- Check Point recommends regular updates, multi-layered security measures, training, and backups to prevent cyber attacks.