Computer security

National Intelligence Service to launch cybersecurity center

The Greek National Intelligence Service's (EYP) new cybersecurity center will be launched in September, EYP sources have said.

The Security Operation Center (SOC) will operate within EYP's Cyberspace Directorate and will be tasked with monitoring, detecting and responding to cyber threats and security breaches of the country's government digital infrastructure.

Battle for Balkan Cybersecurity: Threats and Implications of Biometrics and Digital Identity

The research shows a prevalence of cyberattacks targeting critical online infrastructure, services and computers. Inadequate public awareness and cybersecurity policies, and limited regional collaboration, have exacerbated the challenges the Balkan countries face in combating cybercrime.

Cyberattack forces Culture Ministry IT systems shutdown

The Culture Ministry's website and computer systems have been down since Wednesday morning because of a cyberattack, authorities have announced.

The website and systems were taken down for security reasons after the attack, while tne ministry and the National Cybersecurity Authority are investigating. Authorities say they have found no stole data so far.

Bulgaria's Parliament approved a New Contract of 7.2 Million Dollars for the F-16s

Bulgaria's Parliament approved a contract to build a warehouse to store classified equipment and weapons for the F-16 aircraft. The premises will be located at the Graf Ignatievo air base and will cost 7.2 million dollars.

The contract provides for:

Safeguarding against cyberattacks

The political upheaval surrounding the cyberattack on the Education Ministry's online platform commonly referred to as the Subject Bank, intended to establish a consistent nationwide standard for end-of-year high school exams, has diverted public discourse from more significant matters.

A matter of integrity

The integrity of the exam process in Greek public education is one of the achievements of the system. At the very least, it needs to be properly protected, even if it means investing in specialized safeguards against malicious cyberattacks.

The standing of public education as a whole depends on the validity of the exams and their smooth operation.

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