România, pe flancul estic al amenințărilor cibernetice. Explozie de 1.380% a unei forme de phishing în ultimele luni

Cyber threats are on the rise globally, with organizations facing an average of 2,175 attacks per week in Q2 2026, a 9.6% increase from last year. In Romania, no major incidents have been publicly confirmed, but the National Cyber Security Directorate (DNSC) warns of vulnerabilities and fraud campaigns. The report highlights that unpatched vulnerabilities account for 31% of breach vectors, surpassing credential abuse. The average cost of a security breach has reached a record $4.99 million. Ransomware remains a significant threat, with 2,125 victims reported. AI is increasingly used by attackers, with a 1,380% rise in device-code phishing attacks. DNSC issued 12 alerts on critical vulnerabilities, emphasizing the need for rapid vulnerability management, especially given Romania's strategic position in NATO.