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Austria Struggles to Contain Growing Cybercrime Threat

Vienna, Austria - As cyberattacks continue to plague businesses and individuals across Austria, authorities are racing against time to develop effective strategies to combat this growing threat.

Efforts to Combat Cybercrime

The Federal Chancellery’s Strategic Network and Information Systems Security Office is responsible for implementing the EU’s NIS Directive in Austria. GovCERT Austria serves as the Government Computer Emergency Response Team, aiming to prevent and respond to security incidents.

• The Cybercrime Competence Centre (C4) coordinates nationwide efforts to tackle cybercrime.
• The State Security and Intelligence Directorate’s Cyber Security Centre is responsible for incidents related to state security, including the protection of critical infrastructure and constitutional institutions.

Operational Roles

The Federal Ministry of the Interior’s Department IV/10 Network and Information Systems Security plays an operational role in enforcing requirements under the NIS Act. CERT.at serves as the National Computer Emergency Response Team, coordinating responses to ICT events and notifying relevant parties.

• Sector-specific teams such as Austrian Energy CERT (AEC) provide specialized support for specific industries.
• The Federal Ministry of Defence focuses on cyber defence.
• The Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs handles cyber diplomacy efforts.

Centralized Resource

The ICT Security Portal offers a centralized resource for information on digital security, providing advice and contact information for those affected by cyber incidents.

Urgent Call to Action

As Austria grapples with the escalating cybercrime threat, authorities are urging citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspected crimes or incidents to the appropriate authorities.