Grace Ashiru
Cybersecurity research firm Indusface has released a study highlighting Senegal as the leading African nation in cyber security, making it the safest for companies implementing remote work models.
The research, which evaluated metrics such as DDOS attacks, phishing and malware-hosting sites, and compromised systems, used these to assign a cybersecurity index score to each country. Senegal led the pack with an admirable score of 78.09 out of 100.
In light of the shift to remote and hybrid working arrangements, businesses have been compelled to pay greater attention to cybersecurity. The challenge of preserving data privacy and network security outside the traditional office setting has become critical. Indusface’s investigation reveals that 68% of high-growth global companies have embraced hybrid work models, yielding advantages such as cost reduction, increased flexibility, and access to a wider talent market.
Nigeria was pinpointed as the second-most cyber-secure African country in the study, securing an index score of 74.68. Nigeria recorded the fewest compromised systems per 100,000 internet users among the African nations evaluated. This metric underscores Nigeria’s successful efforts to counter the Gamarue botnet, a significant threat to corporate data and devices.
On a global scale, the study recognized Honduras, South Korea, and Japan as the top three cyber-secure nations for remote work. Honduras clinched the top spot with a cybersecurity score of 89.55, mainly due to its limited number of DDOS attacks and phishing sites.
South Korea trailed closely with a score of 88.85 and only 13 compromised systems per 100,000 internet users. At the same time, Japan secured third place with a score of 87.49, achieving the lowest number of DDOS attacks amongst the top five cyber-secure countries.
Venky Sundar, the founder, and president of Indusface, underscored the necessity of addressing security risks associated with remote work in our ever-changing business world. He offered six essential tips for small businesses to enhance their cyber security in remote work environments. These range from selecting countries least targeted by cyber criminals to understanding data security regulations like GDPR, assessing law enforcement capabilities, exploring government cybersecurity grants, and gauging cybersecurity awareness across different generations.
Indusface’s investigation aims to equip businesses with the knowledge to make sound decisions regarding remote work security. Companies can mitigate risks and safeguard their crucial data and assets from potential cyber-attacks by comprehending the cyber threat environment and implementing effective security measures.
For further information and full access to the report, refer to Indusface’s official website.
