Uptime Institute 2024 Cybersecurity Data Report

This data report summarizes findings from the Uptime Institute Security Survey conducted in 2024, which examined cybersecurity incidents impacting data center operators. The survey revealed that over 75% of operators experienced cybersecurity incidents in the past three years, with one-third of these incidents rated as significant or severe. Key causes identified include network configuration issues, IT software failures, and power-related problems, often linked to change management rather than direct attacks. The report further addresses the growing trend of allowing third-party access to internal networks, which, while necessary for troubleshooting, increases cyber risks. Many operators have adopted zero trust frameworks to mitigate such risks. Additionally, the report notes that most organizations conduct proactive cybersecurity assessments to maintain operational resilience, highlighting a commitment to ongoing evaluation to protect data center integrity and customer data confidentiality.