Beware of SMISHING: Fraudulent SMS Messages

The National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) draws citizens’ attention to the increasing number of fraudulent SMS messages, known as smishing, which appear to be official communications from public institutions, banks, or service providers. These messages aim to manipulate users by creating a sense of urgency, panic, or false trust, directing them to fake websites designed […]

Albania Hosts the International Girls in ICT Day 2026 Event

Albania has been selected to host the international International Girls in ICT Day 2026, a global initiative of the International Telecommunication Union aimed at promoting the inclusion of girls and women in information and communication technologies. In this context, the National Cyber Security Authority, in cooperation with ITU, is organizing in Tirana an event under […]

The National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) holds an awareness meeting with students of “Klodian Tanushi” school

In a world where children increasingly interact in the digital environment, their online safety remains a shared priority. In this context, the National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) organized an awareness-raising meeting at “Klodian Tanushi” school in Tirana with its students, creating an open space for discussion on the challenges and risks encountered online. The activity […]

Cybersecurity Talent Club: “Inside the Dark Web”

Cybersecurity Talent Club continued with its seventh session, bringing into focus one of the most discussed topics in the digital world: the Dark Web. During the session “Inside the Dark Web: The Reality Behind the Myths”, participants were introduced to how this environment operates, the risks it presents, and the reality beyond the myths that […]

Inclusion of Girls in ICT at the Center of Dialogue with Civil Society

The National Cyber Security Authority organized the Second Consultative Meeting with civil society organizations (NGOs), focusing on “Promoting the inclusion of girls and women in ICT,” bringing together representatives from public institutions, the private sector, academia, and international partners. The meeting focused on analyzing the current landscape of girls’ and women’s participation in ICT and […]

Cyber Risk Management and Assessment in Focus of the Meeting with Critical and Important Information Infrastructures

The National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) held another meeting with representatives of critical and important information infrastructures, as part of the ongoing cycle of meetings dedicated to strengthening capacities and supporting the implementation of the legal framework in the field of cybersecurity. The training focused on cyber risk management and assessment, in accordance with the […]

Cybersecurity Talent Club: Exploring the Hacker’s Toolbox

Cybersecurity Talent Club continued with its sixth session, focusing on one of the most practical aspects of cybersecurity: the use of ethical hacking tools. During this session, participants explored the “Hacker’s Toolbox”, gaining insights into key security tools and the importance of their responsible use. Through a hands-on training session, real ethical hacking techniques were […]

Enhancing Cybersecurity Standards in Focus of the Training with CII/III

The National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) conducted a training session on “Enhancing Cybersecurity Standards”, within the framework of the weekly meetings aimed at strengthening capacities with Critical and Important Information Infrastructures. During the session, the structure of security measures to be implemented by operators was addressed, categorized into organizational, technical, and operational measures. The approach […]

Applications are now open for Girls in ICT 2026 Tirana

The National Cybersecurity Authority (AKSK) is pleased to announce the organization of the global event “Girls in ICT 2026”, which will take place on April 23, 2026, in Tirana, in cooperation with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). This event represents an important international platform aimed at promoting the inclusion of girls in the fields of […]