From 2-4 October, the European Eco​nomic and Social Committee (EESC) and the Committee of the Regions (CoR) hosted the European Cybersecurity Month (ECSM) in Brussels. The event brought together top speakers from EU institutions, regional governments and civil society to address the challenges of today's rapidly changing cyber landscape. ​

The 12th edition of the ECSM focused on social engineering, a growing threat that targets human behaviour to gain unauthorised access to information and services and thereby breach security.

The key takeaways from this year's event are:

1. The new cybersecurity regulation establishes a common baseline for EU institutions and Member States.
2. Regular risk assessments are crucial for identifying vulnerabilities and prioritising mitigation strategies.
3. Emerging threats, such as AI-powered attacks and quantum computing, require innovative countermeasures.
4. Regional authorities play a crucial role in supporting local entities through knowledge sharing, technical assistance and tailored training programmes.
5. AI-powered social engineering attacks are increasing, and countering them requires a multifaceted and collaborative approach.

You can find more information about the event here. (lp)