EU adopts first cybersecurity certification scheme for safer tech

The European Commission adopted the implementing regulation concerning the EU cybersecurity certification scheme on Common Criteria (EUCC). The outcome aligns with the candidate cybersecurity certification scheme on EUCC that ENISA drafted in response … Continue reading EU adopts first cybersecurity certification scheme for safer tech

Key cybersecurity skills gap statistics you should be aware of

As the sophistication and frequency of cyber threats continue to escalate, the demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals has never been bigger. The skills gap is not merely a statistical discrepancy; it represents a substantial vulnerability in th… Continue reading Key cybersecurity skills gap statistics you should be aware of

Organizations rethink cybersecurity investments to meet NIS Directive requirements

Despite a 25% increase of the cost of major cyber incidents in 2022 compared to 2021, the new report on cybersecurity investment from ENISA reveals a slight increase of 0,4% of IT budget dedicated to cybersecurity by EU operators in scope of the NIS Di… Continue reading Organizations rethink cybersecurity investments to meet NIS Directive requirements

As biohacking evolves, how vulnerable are we to cyber threats?

Can our bodies be hacked? The answer may be yes, in that anyone can implant a chip under the skin and these devices do not usually use secure technologies, according to Entelgy. However, despite more than a decade of talk about biohacking, implantable … Continue reading As biohacking evolves, how vulnerable are we to cyber threats?

Hidden dangers loom for subsea cables, the invisible infrastructure of the internet

More than 97% of the world’s internet traffic passes through subsea cables at some point, according to ENISA. Subsea cables are a vital component of the global internet infrastructure, and it is critical to protect them from cyberattacks, physical atta… Continue reading Hidden dangers loom for subsea cables, the invisible infrastructure of the internet

How EU lawmakers can make mandatory vulnerability disclosure responsible

There is a standard playbook and best practice for when an organization discovers or is notified about a software vulnerability: The organization works quickly to fix the problem and, once a fix is available, discloses that vulnerability for the benefi… Continue reading How EU lawmakers can make mandatory vulnerability disclosure responsible

Unraveling the multifaceted threats facing telecom companies

In today’s interconnected world, telecom companies serve as gateways, connecting individuals, businesses, and governments. However, this role also makes them prime targets for cyberattacks. From DDoS attacks to sophisticated spyware infiltration,… Continue reading Unraveling the multifaceted threats facing telecom companies

Scan and diagnose your SME’s cybersecurity with expert recommendations from ENISA

The release of a cybersecurity maturity assessment tool by the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) aims to provide Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with a valuable resource for enhancing their security posture. As a significant driver fo… Continue reading Scan and diagnose your SME’s cybersecurity with expert recommendations from ENISA

Europe’s transport sector terrorised by ransomware, data theft, and denial-of-service attacks

A new report from ENISA, the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity, looking at cyberattacks targeting the European transport network over a period of almost two years, has identified that ransomware has become the prominent threat.

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Cyber threats to EU transport sector sends urgent call for enhanced cybersecurity

Between January 2021 and October 2022, the EU Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) analyzed and mapped the cyber threats faced by the transport sector, identifying prime threats, analyzing incidents, assessing threat actors, analyzing their motivations, an… Continue reading Cyber threats to EU transport sector sends urgent call for enhanced cybersecurity