Check Point Software Technologies has released its threat index, showcasing the growing sophistication of cybercriminals. The report notes the rapid rise of Androxgh0st, now integrated with the Mozi botnet, which targets critical infrastructure worldwide.
This month, Androxgh0st emerges as the most prevalent malware, affecting 5% of organizations worldwide. It is followed closely by FakeUpdates, also impacting 5%, and AgentTesla, which affects 3%.
Maya Horowitz, VP of Research at Check Point Software, commented on the evolving threat landscape, stating, “The rise of Androxgh0st and the integration of Mozi illustrates how cyber criminals are constantly evolving their tactics. Organisations must adapt quickly and implement robust security measures that can identify and neutralize these advanced threats before they can cause significant damage.”
Last month, the most common malware was FakeUpdates, impacting 6% of organizations globally. It was followed by Androxgh0st at 5% and AgentTesla at 4%.
African countries continue to be among those most targeted by malware attacks. Of the top 20 countries attacked in November, seven are on the continent.
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Ethiopia is the most attacked country of the 107 surveyed, while Zimbabwe ranked 4th with a 82,8% Normalised Risk Index, Uganda 9th and Angola 10th, with a Normalised Risk Index of 67,8- and 67,5% respectively, Ghana 13th with a Normalised Risk Index of 62%, Mozambique 17th with a Normalised Risk Index of 58,3%, Nigeria 19th and Kenya 20th, with a Normalised Risk Index of 56,9- and 55,8% respectively. South Africa moved down the rankings to be positioned at 67th with a Normalised Risk Index of 39,1%.
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