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In 2025, over 48,000 software vulnerabilities were reported globally, marking a 22% increase from the previous year. The Romanian IT industry warns that companies and public institutions may lag behind cyber threats and suggests changes to software procurement rules, incident reporting, and security checks. ANIS highlights that the pace of cyber threats outstrips many organizations' ability to modernize their digital infrastructure. Recent critical vulnerabilities in PHP, a widely used programming language, exemplify the risks. ANIS proposes a standardized software component list for public procurement to identify vulnerabilities quickly. Additionally, a unified reporting platform for cyber incidents is recommended to streamline compliance with European regulations. The association also calls for the establishment of local security evaluation capacities to avoid additional costs for Romanian companies. Furthermore, the rise of AI and quantum computing introduces new risks…