Cyberattacks Top Threat to Moroccan Businesses in 2025

Cyberattacks: The Top Threat to Businesses in Morocco and Beyond
Cybersecurity has become a critical concern for businesses worldwide, and Morocco is no exception. According to the Allianz Risk Barometer 2025, cyberattacks have overtaken all other risks as the primary worry for Moroccan companies. A staggering 58% of businesses surveyed identified threats/” title=”Morocco, US & Germany Join Forces Against Cyber Threats in 'Mysterious Thunder' Exercise”>cyber threats as their top concern, a dramatic jump from just 29% the previous year. This reflects a growing anxiety within the Moroccan business community about the escalating digital dangers they face.
This surge in concern isn’t unique to Morocco. Globally, cyberattacks also topped the Allianz Risk Barometer, with 38% of businesses worldwide citing them as the most significant threat – a record high and a seven-point increase from the previous year. The interconnected nature of our digital world means that a breach in one location can have ripple effects across the globe, making robust cybersecurity measures essential for all businesses. Resources like the National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) offer valuable guidance and best practices for organizations looking to strengthen their defenses.
What’s Driving This Increased Anxiety?
The increasing reliance on digital technologies, coupled with the growing sophistication of cybercriminals, has created a perfect storm for cyberattacks. Ransomware attacks, data breaches, and phishing scams are becoming increasingly common, impacting businesses of all sizes. For example, the 2023 Cost of a Data Breach Report by IBM found that the average cost of a data breach reached an all-time high, further highlighting the financial devastation these attacks can cause.
In Morocco, this heightened awareness of cyber risks likely stems from several factors, including increased media coverage of high-profile breaches and a growing understanding of the potential financial and reputational damage cyberattacks can inflict.
Beyond Cyber Threats: A Complex Risk Landscape
While cyberattacks dominate the headlines, other risks remain significant concerns for Moroccan businesses. Natural disasters ranked as the second biggest worry, with 46% of respondents expressing concern. Climate change also featured prominently, with 17% of businesses identifying it as a key risk. This aligns with global trends, as climate change reached its highest ranking in the Allianz Risk Barometer’s decade-long history. The increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events, such as the devastating floods in Pakistan in 2022, underscore the urgent need for climate resilience.
Furthermore, 23% of Moroccan businesses expressed concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence (AI), while 12% cited reputational damage or loss of brand value as a significant threat. These emerging risks highlight the complex and evolving landscape businesses must navigate.
Building Resilience in a Volatile World
The Allianz Risk Barometer emphasizes the need for businesses to adopt comprehensive risk management strategies and invest in building resilience. Michael Bruch, Global Head of Risk Consulting at Allianz, stressed the importance of proactive measures, noting that extreme weather events, geopolitical conflicts, and the ongoing cost-of-living crisis can distract from crucial resilience-building efforts. He cautioned that despite lessons learned from the pandemic, current global events could lead to a decline in focus on long-term resilience.
This underscores the need for a holistic approach to risk management, one that considers not only immediate threats but also long-term challenges like climate change and technological disruption. By prioritizing resilience, businesses can better position themselves to weather the storms ahead and thrive in an increasingly uncertain world.