EU proposes cybersecurity rules for EU bodies amid cyberattack worries


FILE PHOTO European Commissioner for Budget and Administration Johannes Hahn speaks during a news conference at the EU headquarters in Brussels Belgium December 22 2021. Virginia MayoPool via REUTERS

FILE PHOTO: European Commissioner for Budget and Administration Johannes Hahn speaks during a news conference at the EU headquarters in Brussels, Belgium December 22, 2021. Virginia Mayo/Pool via REUTERS

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - EU countries should put in place a framework to manage cybersecurity risks at EU institutions, the European Commission said on Tuesday, amid concerns about rising cyberattacks that could disrupt key activities and steal sensitive information.

The proposal is part of a package of draft rules by the EU executive called the Cybersecurity Regulation that also aims to create a Cybersecurity Board to monitor the implementation of the new rules.

Subscribe now and receive free sooka plan for 1 month. T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Others Also Read


Want to listen to full audio?

Unlock unlimited access to enjoy personalise features on the TheStar.com.my

Already a member? Log In