Cyber security incidents drop by 51% in Q4 2024

AMMAN — The National Cyber Security Centre has reported a 51 per cent drop in "serious" cyber security incidents in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared with the previous quarter.

The centre said that 1,457 cyber security incidents were recorded in Q4 2024. Of these, 1 per cent were classified as serious, 9 per cent as low risk, and 90 per cent as medium risk. No "critical" incidents were reported during this period, Al Mamlaka TV reported.

In its assessment of cyber vulnerabilities in the government sector, the centre reviewed 115 institutions. Vulnerabilities on their main websites were categorised as 7 per cent critical, 35 per cent high risk, and 58 per cent medium risk. Additionally, 10 per cent of institutions had critical vulnerabilities, while 35 per cent faced high-risk threats.

The centre highlighted emerging cyber security challenges in the last quarter of 2024, including a rise in ransomware attacks, cyber threats linked to regional conflicts, and hacking campaigns aimed at spreading misinformation and influencing public opinion.

Under Jordanian law, cyber security encompasses measures to protect systems, networks, and critical infrastructure from cyber incidents, ensuring resilience against unauthorised access, misuse, and security breaches.

The National Cyber Security Centre is responsible for developing and regulating Jordan’s cyber security framework, protecting national assets, ensuring operational continuity, and defending against cyber threats.