In response to the growing cyber threats facing SMEs, the European DIGITAL SME Alliance hosted an event to mark the official launch of the DIGITAL SME ISAC (Information Sharing and Analysis Center).

With cyber incidents on the rise, evidenced by an alarming 11.4% increase in the latter half of 2023 compared to the first semester, totalling 2616 cyber incidents in Europe, the need for collective action is becoming imperative. Additionally, new findings of our latest report,  “Ransomware Landscape Europe H2 2023“, were showcased.

This event was an opportunity to explore the potential of the DIGITAL SME ISAC in strengthening SMEs and enhancing the broader cybersecurity ecosystem. The SME ISAC aims not only to facilitate cross-border cybersecurity information sharing but also to cultivate resilience and proactive defence strategies. 

A representative from ENISA joined the meeting to explain the agency’s pivotal role in supporting SMEs and the significance of ISACs in bolstering cybersecurity infrastructure. The DIGITAL SME ISAC coordinator unveiled the rationale behind DIGITAL SME ISAC and raised awareness among SMEs about the evolving cyber threat landscape, presenting the new report “Ransomware Landscape Europe H2 2023”. Subsequently, a panel with three distinguished members of DIGITAL SME ISAC shared insights into their activities, tools, and training for preventing cyber-attacks, providing valuable perspectives based on their experiences.

Report “Ransomware Landscape Europe H2 2023″

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