Kenya’s Cyber Threat Landscape: The Rising Risks and How to Stay Ahead

Kenya’s digital economy is thriving, but with this growth comes an alarming surge in cyber threats. Businesses, government institutions, and individuals are facing unprecedented challenges as attackers become more sophisticated and relentless. Our latest Kenya Threat Landscape Report exposes the key cyber risks in the region, offering vital insights to help organizations defend themselves.

Kenya Threat Landscape Report

• One of the most striking revelations in this report is that Kenya is not just an incidental victim of cybercrime—it is a primary target. Nearly 70% of the threats we analyzed were directed exclusively at Kenya, while the remaining cases involved the country as part of broader, multi-nation cyberattacks. This highlights the urgent need for stronger national and organizational cybersecurity strategies.
• Ransomware remains a persistent and growing danger, with the Manufacturing sector suffering the most attacks, followed closely by Information Services and Retail. The presence of major ransomware groups like LockBit, Cl0p, and RansomEXX indicates that cybercriminals see Kenyan organizations as lucrative targets. The ability to recover from these attacks depends on whether businesses have effective backup systems, rapid incident response plans, and strong security protocols in place.
• Another concerning trend is the widespread theft of login credentials. Our analysis of stealer logs—a type of cybercriminal data that captures compromised usernames and passwords—shows that popular Kenyan platforms like Betika, eCitizen, and Jumia are frequently targeted. These platforms handle sensitive financial and personal data, making them valuable to attackers looking to commit fraud or identity theft. The rise in credential theft underscores the importance of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), password hygiene, and real-time monitoring for suspicious logins.
• Phishing also continues to be a major problem, particularly in critical sectors like National Security and Banking, which accounted for half of all phishing campaigns. What makes these attacks more dangerous is their increasing sophistication. Many phishing websites now use HTTPS (56.7%), creating a false sense of security for unsuspecting victims. This means organizations must go beyond basic security awareness and invest in advanced threat detection and anti-phishing technologies.
• Perhaps the most alarming takeaway is that data theft remains the most common cybercrime, with over 61% of attacks focused on stealing databases and sensitive information. This emphasizes the need for strong encryption, access control policies, and proactive monitoring to detect unauthorized access before it leads to a full-scale breach.

Cybersecurity Threats in Kenya

This report is not just a collection of statistics—it is a strategic tool for CEOs, CISOs, IT leaders, and policymakers who need to stay ahead of the evolving cyber threat landscape. By understanding how attackers operate and which sectors are at the highest risk, organizations can take proactive measures to protect their data, finances, and reputations.

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Don’t wait until your organization becomes the next victim. The threat landscape in Kenya is shifting rapidly, and the time to act is now. Download the Kenya Threat Landscape Report today and equip your team with the insights needed to stay ahead of cyber threats before they strike. You can also check our CISO edition or CEO edition for your specific needs.