The European NIS2 Directive, which came into force on October 16, 2024, represents a crucial turning point for cybersecurity in Europe. With the evolution of digital threats becoming increasingly sophisticated, the European Union has decided to strengthen the regulatory framework to protect critical infrastructures and essential services. This update to the 2016 directive removes distinctions between operators of essential services and digital service providers, expanding its scope to sectors such as energy, healthcare, transport, digital infrastructures, and cloud computing.
Compliance with the NIS2 Directive is not merely a bureaucratic formality. Companies are required to implement complex cybersecurity measures, such as proactive risk management, operational continuity, and timely incident reporting. For example, a company managing critical water supply infrastructure must not only protect itself from ransomware attacks but also ensure that system interruptions do not compromise service delivery. This entails having robust backup procedures and well-structured incident response plans.
However, adapting to the regulation poses significant challenges, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Compliance costs can reach up to €200,000 over two years, a substantial burden for companies with limited budgets. For many SMEs, the challenge lies not only in financial resources but also in the lack of internal cybersecurity expertise. A company producing mechanical components, for instance, might lack dedicated cybersecurity staff and find itself unprepared to meet requirements such as mandatory multi-factor authentication or supply chain protection.
The directive does not merely require technical tools but also introduces the obligation to raise employee awareness. Many cyberattacks exploit human errors, such as clicking on a malicious link in a phishing email. Without proper training, organizations remain vulnerable even if they have advanced technological systems in place. A bank that suffers a breach because an employee used weak credentials not only risks heavy fines but also damages its reputation, a critical factor in the financial sector.
Another example of challenges involves incident reporting. NIS2 mandates the timely notification of any significant event to the competent authorities, which requires real-time monitoring systems. A hospital, for instance, might struggle to comply with this requirement if it lacks adequate digital infrastructure to quickly and accurately detect and document incidents. Such obligations compel companies to deeply review their internal processes and adopt advanced tools to ensure compliance.
Solutions like Certiblok can help companies tackle these challenges. Certiblok uses a decentralized cloud based on blockchain technologies, significantly reducing cyberattacks thanks to enhanced security and resistance to centralized attacks.
The platform enables secure and transparent recording and monitoring of digital interactions, facilitating activity traceability and improving risk management.
For example, a company using Certiblok can automatically document changes to sensitive data and demonstrate to competent authorities that adequate security procedures have been implemented. Additionally, with features such as advanced encryption and multi-factor authentication, it reduces the risk of unauthorized access.
Another critical aspect of NIS2 is supply chain management. An attack on a supplier can have devastating repercussions on the entire business network. For instance, if a data center hosting the systems of a large insurance company suffers an attack, customer data could be compromised. The directive therefore requires companies to ensure that their suppliers adhere to equivalent security standards, a challenge that can only be addressed with proper governance tools.
Compliance with NIS2, while representing an initial burden, offers long-term strategic advantages. Companies that successfully implement the directive’s provisions not only reduce the risk of incidents but also gain the trust of customers and partners, strengthening their market position.
Tools like Certiblok, which integrate advanced security solutions and an intuitive approach to information management, transform a regulatory obligation into an opportunity to innovate and enhance business resilience.
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