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The National Cyber ??Security Center under the Ministry of National Defence (NKSC) has invited more than 500 organizations providing critical services to participate in the annual cybersecurity exercise "Cyber ??Shield" this year. The NKSC notes that despite the ongoing exercises, everyone should deepen their knowledge.
According to the updated Cybersecurity Law, all cybersecurity entities will be required to periodically organize cybersecurity training. "Cybersecurity is an area of ??continuous development, which is becoming one of the most effective preventive measures to reduce the damage caused by cybercrime. Research shows that the human factor is still the main reason why most cyberattacks occur," says Liudas Ališauskas, Director of the NKSC.
All residents have the opportunity to deepen their knowledge in various cybersecurity training programs. More than 46 thousand participants successfully completed training on the free NKSC distance learning platform this year.
The NKSC training platform offers three important topics that will help you better prepare for cyber challenges. First, cyber hygiene at work training will help protect the work environment from cyber threats. Second, cyber hygiene at home training will provide useful knowledge on how to safely use devices and protect personal data in everyday activities.
Cybersecurity training for managers will strengthen organizations' resilience to cyber threats. Raising employees' awareness of cybersecurity is the responsibility of every organization's manager. This is one of the main goals of the updated Cybersecurity Law. Although the situation is improving, one in five employees is still unable to recognize a malicious link.
Exercises and training are the foundation of a strong cybersecurity culture
In 2024, the NKSC organized the operational-technical exercise "Cyber ??Shield OpEx" and the simulated social engineering exercise "Cyber ??Shield PhishEx".
The training not only helps to better understand the threats and scale of cyber attacks, but also provides practical skills that allow you to protect yourself, your loved ones, your organization and effectively prevent potential incidents. After successfully completing the topic and passing the test, everyone will receive a digital certificate confirming the knowledge gained. Both exercises and training are key elements that contribute to the creation of a resilient cybersecurity culture.
According to the updated Cybersecurity Law, all cybersecurity entities must not only implement preventive measures in their organizations, but also periodically organize cybersecurity training. The law stipulates that all employees of organizations will be required to participate in cyber hygiene training. Managers will have to undergo specialized cybersecurity training at least once every two years.
