With the start of the new school year, AKSK continues its mission to raise awareness of cyber security among children and young people. In a meeting held with students of the “Deshmorët e Lirisë” school, the safe use of the internet, the protection of personal data and ways to avoid online risks were discussed. The […]
#DIPLO2025 The Director General of the National Cyber Security Authority, Mr. Igli Tafa, participated in the panel on “National Security and Hybrid Threats”, held within the framework of the Diplo2025 conference, with the presence of Albanian ambassadors from around the world. In his speech, Mr. Tafa emphasized the essential role of cybersecurity in the national […]
Twenty young participants faced a practical challenge at the National Cyber Security Authority’s (AKSK) Cyber Security Laboratory, as part of the third phase of the selection process for the national team that will represent Albania at the European Cyber Security Challenge (ECSC). The challenge consisted of a real-life Red Team vs. Blue Team exercise, where participants […]
During the summer holidays, children’s use of technology increases significantly. The lack of school commitments and the greater availability of free time mean that digital devices – phones, tablets and computers – become a daily part of their lives. As a result, the risk of exposure to cyber threats increases significantly. In addition to bullying, […]
Today, the first phase of the journey to select the team that will represent Albania in the European Cybersecurity Challenge (ECSC) 2025 officially began! AKSK had the pleasure of welcoming to its premises students and young people passionate about technology and cybersecurity, who took the first steps towards this international competition. Of all the participants, […]
The National Authority for Cyber Security (AKSK) announces the opening of applications for selecting the Albanian national team to represent the country at the European Cyber Security Challenge (ECSC) 2025, one of the most prominent cybersecurity competitions for youth in Europe.
The National Cyber Security Authority conducted a dedicated training with representatives of several Internet Service Providers (ISPs), which are now part of the new list of critical and important information infrastructures. The training aimed to strengthen the capacities of technical personnel, providing practical knowledge on protection from cyber threats and improving incident response. AKSK experts […]
We are living in a period defined by digital vulnerability and geopolitical instability. As such, cybersecurity has become not only a matter of national resilience but a vital dimension of the European integration process in our region. For the Western Balkans Six (WB6), the urgency to align with the European Union’s cybersecurity framework is more […]
Technical analysis by AKSK experts on the cyberattack targeting Tirana Municipality’s IT systems. A malicious wiper-type file, identified as Display\_10.exe, was analyzed by our experts following its deployment on the servers and endpoints of Tirana Municipality. This malware uses advanced techniques to erase data and corrupt Windows operating systems. The report includes indicators of compromise, […]
As part of its commitment to a comprehensive approach to digital security, the National Cyber Security Authority held an awareness-raising activity for people with special needs in Elbasan. This meeting brought to the forefront the importance of involving all citizens in the field of cybersecurity, offering practical advice on protecting against online risks and building […]
