A new study has shed light on the global cybersecurity landscape, identifying the countries with the highest and lowest risk of global cyber threats in 2024.
The research, conducted by cybersecurity experts at mixmode.ai, paints a nuanced picture of cyber resilience around the world. Finland emerges as the clear leader, ranking first among the lowest risk countries with a cybersecurity score of 92.81. In contrast, Bolivia faces the most significant challenges, ranking first among the highest-risk countries with a Cyber Safety Score of just 38.39.
Lowest Risk Countries for Cyber Threats Worldwide
|
Rank |
Country |
National Cyber Security Index |
Cybersecurity Exposure Index |
Global Cybersecurity Index |
Cyber Resilience Index |
Final Cyber Safety Score |
|
1 |
Finland |
85.71 |
89 |
95.78 |
93.64 |
92.81 |
|
2 |
Norway |
67.53 |
86.6 |
96.89 |
94.39 |
92.63 |
|
3 |
Denmark |
84.42 |
88.3 |
92.6 |
96.44 |
92.45 |
|
4 |
Australia |
66.23 |
86.9 |
97.47 |
85.61 |
89.99 |
|
5 |
United Kingdom |
89.61 |
79.3 |
99.54 |
90.40 |
89.75 |
|
6 |
Sweden |
84.42 |
79 |
94.55 |
95.10 |
89.55 |
|
7 |
Austria |
85.71 |
83.8 |
93.89 |
90.95 |
89.55 |
|
8 |
Japan |
63.64 |
86.2 |
97.82 |
82.29 |
88.77 |
|
9 |
United States |
64.94 |
85.5 |
100 |
80.31 |
88.60 |
|
10 |
Canada |
70.13 |
79.3 |
97.67 |
88.01 |
88.33 |
Finland's robust cybersecurity infrastructure, reflected in its exceptional scores on key indices, positions it as a global leader in cyber resilience. The Nordic nation outperforms major powers such as the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia in terms of overall cybersecurity.
On the other end of the spectrum, Bolivia is struggling to bolster its defenses against evolving cyber threats. The study found that the country's cybersecurity preparedness falls short, with alarmingly low scores on metrics such as the National Cybersecurity Index, Cybersecurity Exposure Index, and Global Cybersecurity Index.
The report also identifies other high-risk countries, including Honduras, Venezuela, Algeria, Ecuador, and Kyrgyzstan, all of which face significant vulnerabilities and require urgent action to improve their cybersecurity resilience.
Conversely, the study highlights the cybersecurity prowess of nations such as Norway, Denmark, the United Kingdom, Sweden, and Japan, which have built robust frameworks to protect against digital threats.
"This study underscores the vast differences in cyber resilience around the world," said cybersecurity experts at mixmode.ai. He added, "While some nations have made remarkable progress, others remain dangerously exposed, requiring concerted efforts to strengthen their cybersecurity infrastructure and protect critical assets."
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, the findings serve as a wake-up call for policymakers and cybersecurity professionals around the world. Prioritizing cyber defense must be a top agenda item to ensure that no nation is left behind in the race to secure the digital frontier.
Source: mixmode.
