Capture The Flag (CTF) competition stood at the center of Western Balkans Cyber Camp 2026, the third edition of the regional camp organized by the Albanian National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK), bringing together young cyber talents from Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Serbia, Montenegro, and Bosnia & Herzegovina. Participants were organized into mixed regional teams, with […]
NATO Locked Shields 2026 The National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK) participated in the largest and most complex cyber defence exercise in the world, contributing to the strengthening of national capacities and the exchange of interinstitutional expertise. In this context, AKSK played a key role in coordinating and supporting experts from major national institutions, including AKSHI, […]
Students from Lynn University (Florida), Université Sorbonne Paris Nord, and Kauno Kolegija conducted a study visit to the National Cyber Security Authority במסגרת the “International Weeks” organized by the Department of Informatics at the Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Tirana. During the visit, the students were welcomed by the Director General of AKSK, Bledar […]
The Cybersecurity Talent Club continued with its next session, this time in an Ideathon format, marking another important step in the practical development of participants and their preparation for the program’s final phase. Following a series of sessions focused on building knowledge and practical skills, this meeting was dedicated to the presentation of ideas by […]
Cybersecurity Talent Club continued this week with the development of a CTF (Capture The Flag) challenge, where participants engaged in practical scenarios designed to test their skills in analysis, problem-solving, and cybersecurity. Through this interactive experience, participants worked on identifying hidden elements, analyzing technical challenges, and finding solutions in real time, further strengthening the practical […]
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 has achieved another significant milestone in the field of cybersecurity, ranking 9th in the world according to the National Cyber Security Index (NCSI), with a score of 92.5 points. This position represents a notable improvement compared to previous years, reflecting steady progress from 54th place in 2023 and 15th place in 2025, placing Albania […]
The National Cyber Security Authority highly values the decision of the United States Department of Justice to seize domains used by Iranian state-sponsored actors to conduct cyberattacks and distribute sensitive data related to critical and important information infrastructures. This action represents an important step in countering these activities and confirms the shared commitment to addressing […]
The National Cyber Security Authority, in cooperation with 42 Tirana, delivered a technical Capture The Flag (CTF) training focused on enhancing the practical, technical, and analytical skills of young individuals in the field of cybersecurity. The training was designed as a progressive structure, where each solved “flag” unlocked new levels, challenging participants to deepen their […]
The fourth edition of Balkan Cybersecurity Days 2026 kicked off today in Shkodër, bringing together cybersecurity professionals from public and private institutions across the Western Balkans and beyond to exchange views on current threats, policy developments, and regional cooperation in the field of cybersecurity. The conference is organized by DCAF, FIRST, and the National Cyber […]
