A common goal for European cyber security

A common goal for European cyber security

February 21, 2024 at 03:30AM

The European Union introduced the original Network and Information Security (NIS) Directive in 2016 in response to growing cybersecurity threats. The upcoming NIS2 directive, effective in October 2024, expands security requirements for over 160,000 companies, with non-compliance fines reaching €10 million. Organizations are urged to prepare for increased obligations and stricter measures. Join the ‘Understanding NIS2’ webinar to learn more.

Key takeaways from the meeting notes:

1. The European Union introduced the original Network and Information Security (NIS) Directive in 2016 in response to growing threat levels and an increase in reported cybersecurity attacks since digitalization.

2. The NIS2 directive, set to become law in October 2024, will affect more than 160,000 companies under its jurisdiction, with a maximum fine of €10 million for non-compliance.

3. The new legislation expands the original NIS security requirements, broadens the scope of covered organizations and sectors, aims to improve the security of supply chains, simplifies reporting obligations, and enforces more stringent measures and sanctions throughout the EU.

4. It is crucial for organizations to prepare for compliance with the NIS2 directive.

5. A webinar titled ‘Understanding NIS2’ will take place on 28 February featuring Tim Phillips, Dr. Carsten Huth, and Reinier Landsman, discussing the details of the new directive, relevant articles, and offering compliance advice. Interested parties can sign up to receive a reminder.

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