EU’s first report on the state of cybersecurity in the Union
Release Date: Dec 03,2024Source: enisa
In accordance with Article 18 of the NIS 2 Directive, ENISA was tasked to prepare a biennial report on the state of cybersecurity in the Union. The report provides an overview of the cybersecurity maturity and capabilities across Europe, along with policy recommendations to address shortcomings and enhance cybersecurity in the EU.
“Since its establishment, ENISA has been steadfast in its commitment to providing expertise and strategic support to EU Member States. Amidst growing cybersecurity threats, technological advancements, and a complex geopolitical landscape, it is vital to assess our capabilities. Through this process, we can effectively evaluate our maturity levels and strategically plan our next steps. The first report on the state of cybersecurity in the Union reflects on our ongoing collective efforts and underscores our shared goal to bolster security and resilience across the EU."
The EU Agency for Cybersecurity Executive Director, Juhan Lepassaar
Key points include:
Cybersecurity Maturity:
- The EU Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) emphasizes the importance of assessing and improving cybersecurity capabilities amidst growing threats and technological advancements.
Main Findings:
- Significant cyber threat levels to the EU, with vulnerabilities exploited by threat actors.
- EU Member States have developed cybersecurity strategies, but critical sectors vary in size and criticality, complicating uniform implementation.
- Increased cybersecurity awareness among EU citizens, with younger generations showing higher digital skills.
Policy Recommendations:
- Focus on policy implementation, cyber crisis management, supply chain security, and skills development.
- Strengthening technical and financial support for EU institutions and national authorities.
- Revising the EU Blueprint for coordinated response to large-scale cyber incidents.
- Implementing the Cybersecurity Skills Academy to address the skills gap.
- Enhancing supply chain security through coordinated risk assessments and policy frameworks.
- Promoting a unified approach to cybersecurity awareness and hygiene.
Future Focus:
- Greater attention to AI and Post-Quantum Cryptography.
- Enhancing competitiveness through research, development, and innovation.
- Emphasizing common situational awareness and operational cooperation.
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