December 3, 2024 at 12:42PM
The Council of the European Union has adopted two new cybersecurity laws to enhance cooperation among member states against cyberattacks. These laws establish a European Cybersecurity Alert System and amend the Cybersecurity Act to improve managed security services, ensuring better detection, response, and recovery from incidents.
**Meeting Takeaways: EU Cybersecurity Legislation**
1. **New Legislation Adoption:** The Council of the European Union has introduced two new laws aimed at enhancing cybersecurity across the EU.
2. **Cybersecurity Shield:** The laws establish a cybersecurity shield that promotes member states’ cooperation in detecting and responding to cyberattacks.
3. **European Cybersecurity Alert System:**
– A new alert system will be implemented, creating a network of cyberhubs for coordinated threat detection and situational awareness.
– The system will utilize advanced technologies, such as AI and data analytics, to efficiently share warnings and enhance response capabilities.
4. **Cybersecurity Emergency Mechanism:**
– This mechanism will assist member states with preparedness, detection, and recovery from significant cyber incidents.
– It will include a new EU cybersecurity reserve and technical mutual assistance provisions.
5. **Amendment to Cybersecurity Act (CSA):**
– The second law amends the CSA to establish certification schemes for managed security services.
– This aims to improve the quality of these services, encourage trusted providers, and unify certification standards across member states.
6. **Implementation Timeline:** With the signing by the Council and European Parliament presidents, the laws will be published in the EU official journal and enforced 20 days after publication.
These changes are expected to fortify the EU’s cybersecurity framework and enhance collaboration among member states in addressing cyber threats.