Cybersecurity in the Public Sector: Challenges, Strategies and Best Practices

Public sector cybersecurity faces outdated systems, budget gaps, and rising attacks. Learn key challenges, defense strategies, and proven best practices.

Once upon a time, computer crimes were associated with the image of a hacker in a black hoodie working in a dark room by the glow of a monitor. But times have changed, and so have the threats. From simple penetration attempts, cyber attacks have evolved into complex, coordinated operations specifically targeting state systems, rather than pursued merely for entertainment or recognition.

Today, cyber attacks on government structures occur for various reasons. Some attackers are motivated by political pressure, attempting to influence legislative decisions or discredit the authorities. Others seek recognition in the world of cybercriminals, counting on fame and reputation. A third category has purely commercial interests. However, the most prevalent motivation remains the theft of personal data of citizens stored in state registers: medical records, registration documents, and ...