October: European Cybersecurity Month

October marks the start of European Cyber ​​Security Month (ECSM) and, given what is happening this year, this campaign has never been more important.

This year, cyber threats are on the rise as cybercriminals exploit the fear and uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. At the same time, the crisis has accelerated the digitization of everyday life, which makes it easier for cybercriminals to identify potential victims and target both individuals and businesses.

ECSM's official motto for 2020 is “Think Before U Click”. ares) pointing out the value of learning about basic cyber hygiene when it comes to detecting and avoiding threats. The campaign focuses on two themes: "Digital Skills" and "Cyber ​​Scams".

The thematic "Digital Skills" aims to provide participants with information about ηλεκτρονικού απορρήτου, όπως προστασία προσωπικών δεδομένων, εκφοβισμός στον κυβερνοχώρο (cyberbullying) και παράνομη in cyberspace (cyberstalking).

The 2nd theme, “Cyber ​​Scams”, will provide information on current and potential cyber threats such as ψάρεμα (phishing), τις απάτες ηλεκτρονικού ταχυδρομείου για επιχειρήσεις και την απάτη μέσω διαδικτυακών αγορών.

Hundreds of activities will take place across Europe to promote digital security and online protection, including conferences, workshops, training seminars, webinars, presentations and more. In addition, ENISA and its partners will publish reports and provide expert advice on various cyber security.

The public can visit by clicking here ECSM to be informed about all activities and events organized throughout Europe and to participate in the campaign.

For the European Cyber ​​Security Month

European Cybersecurity Month is an annual campaign coordinated by the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) and the European Commission every October since 2012. The campaign is dedicated to raising awareness of cyber security issues across Europe among citizens and organizations. , providing up-to-date information on the , expert advice and best practices.

European Cyber ​​Security Month aims to promote the importance of information security by highlighting simple steps that can be taken to protect personal, financial and business data. The campaign focuses on public awareness, the behavior and providing accessible resources to educate users on how to stay safe online.

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