Peter Haglind

Finland's cyber security strategy 2024–2035 is now published (unfortunately not yet in english) The strategy and the execution is based on four pillars I #competence-#technology #RDI II #prepardness III #cooperation IV #responsemeasures https://lnkd.in/gMnk6F92

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Citizen preparedness is one of the key elements of Finland's security. That’s why, throughout history, we have regularly published guides to help people prepare for extreme weather, infrastructure disruptions, and other emergencies. See the newest edition: https://lnkd.in/dqNz7Urv

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New from Security Management Magazine: "A CSO Career Change: Anders Noyes, CPP” When moving from law enforcement to private security management, Anders Noyes, CPP, had to learn how to influence others by linking their work and decisions to the success of the organization. https://brnw.ch/21wMziV #security #securityprofession #securitymanagement

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How can public-private cooperation in cybersecurity strengthen both the military defence and civil preparedness in Norway (total defence)? The total defence concept assumes that there must be mutual support and cooperation between the Armed Forces and civil society in the entire crisis spectrum - from peace, to crisis, and war. In the times we live in, the spectrum of crises is complex, and we can experience having peace, dealing with several crises and being exposed to hybrid warfare at the same time. How can public-private collaboration help strengthen Norway’s total defence, what are the challenges and what are some potential solutions? Join mnemonic and IKT-Norge at Arendalsuka next week for a panel debate to discuss this public-private collaboration, together with Odin Johannessen, Director at NSR - Næringslivets Sikkerhetsråd, Svenn Richard Andersen, Partner and Business Coordinator at Nasjonal sikkerhetsmyndighet, Olav Skard, Head of National Cybercrime at NC3 Kripos, and Gjermund Vidhammer, Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance at #mnemonic. Moderating is mnemonic's Anne Aune. - What? Panel debate: how can public-private cooperation in cybersecurity strengthen Norway’s total defence? - When? Wednesday, August 14th, 09:00 - 10:00 - Where? Castelle - More info? https://lnkd.in/eKhQAs8Q

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Preparations for the 23rd European Conference on Cyber Warfare and Security (ECCWS 2024), being hosted by University of Jyväskylä, Finland on 27-28 June are now almost complete and we are looking forward to a successful conference.  If you were unable to submit a paper in time for the conference, there is still time to register as a non-presenting participant. ECCWS is a great opportunity for networking with an international group and there are a number of interesting papers and posters being presented during the conference. Registration to attend the conference as a non-presenting participant is open and costs £90 to attend virtually and £310 to attend in person. More details here: https://lnkd.in/ehPa-_CZ Benefits of attending include: Access to a wide range of live presentations on different approaches to Cyber Warfare and Security by researchers from around the world. number of interactive networking sessions.  an electronic version of the Conference Proceedings Keynote Presentations from: Stefan Lee, Cybersecurity Agency, ENISA, Finland "Geopolitics and Cyberspace: Key Implications for National Cybersecurity Policies and Strategies" Colonel Janne Jokinen, Finnish Defence Forces "Ten Practical Hindrances to Building Cyber Defence" Conference sessions will be recorded and participants will have access to these after the event. An updated programme can be seen here: https://lnkd.in/e-BnS6U7 For more details about the 23rd European Conference on Cyber Warfare and Security (ECCWS 2024), go to: https://lnkd.in/eZ2tgyd #cybersecurity #cyberdefense #cyberwarfare #cybercrime #conference #finland

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The Swedish case underscores a critical shift in cyber warfare tactics. State-sponsored actors like Iran are increasingly using cyber tools to inflame domestic political and social tensions in other countries. By targeting Sweden's SMS infrastructure and leveraging a politically sensitive issue --Islamophobia --these hackers aimed to deepen divisions and damage the country's international reputation. This approach represents a broader strategy seen in numerous instances globally, where cyberattacks are designed to polarize societies and destabilize political systems rather than cause immediate, tangible damage to infrastructure. For governments and large corporations, the message is clear: the line between cybercrime and geopolitics is becoming increasingly blurred. There is a growing use of digital platforms for political manipulation and social engineering. This requires adopting more comprehensive strategies that involve close monitoring of sociopolitical dynamics and how external actors may seek to exploit them through cyberspace. Collaboration across borders, sharing of intelligence, and proactive cyber defense mechanisms are essential to counteract these emerging threats. For Deep Dive and Scenarios Generation contact us at: https://lnkd.in/d8qwMdEZ Web Link Sweden: National Security Strategy: https://lnkd.in/dCgWyraQ #CyberWarfare #Geopolitics #NationalSecurity #CyberThreats #StrategicIntelligence #CyberDefense #InformationWarfare #CybersecurityStrategy #DigitalInfluence #PublicPerception #PoliticalRisk #ThreatIntelligence #GlobalSecurity #CorporateRisk #DigitalTransformation #Disinformation #ResilientSocieties #CyberResilience #GovernmentAffairs #IranCyberThreat #StrategicCommunications #EmergingThreats

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FEATURE ARTICLE: Hans Tino Hansen, CEO of Risk Intelligence, recently provided valuable insights to The Loadstar during an interview regarding piracy activities off the coast of Somalia and the potential resurgence of piracy in the region. Hansen, provides perspective on the situation, emphasising that while piracy incidents have occurred, declaring "Somali piracy is back" may be premature. He acknowledges recent successful hijackings but points out the setbacks faced by pirate networks and the variable risk-to-reward ratio. Hansen contrasts the current situation with that of 2006, noting significant improvements in anti-piracy measures and counter-piracy operations since then. READ ARTICLE >> https://bit.ly/4cU76Qp #maritimeindustry #maritime #maritimesecurity #marsec #security #maritimesafety #riskintelligence #riskmanagement #shipping #shippingindustry #piracy

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🇪🇺 On 30 October 2024, the European Commission released former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö's pivotal report on enhancing Europe’s defence and security preparedness. At C&V Consulting, we’re following these developments closely, especially as they focus on industry projects and investment strategies essential to bolstering European security. #Niinistö’s report emphasises key initiatives, including: European Defence Industrial Programme #EDIP – Only €1.5 billion was allocated to fund the EU’s defence industrial scale-up in the 2024 Multiannual Financial Framework #MFF mid-term review. EDIP targets investment to strengthen Europe’s defence manufacturing and scale up critical technology production. #PESCO Projects – Enhancing #EU and #NATO interoperability, particularly in air defence through initiatives like counter-UAS, integrated multi-layer air and missile defence systems, and dual-use infrastructures. European Air Defence Shield – Proposed as a European Defence Project of Common Interest, aiming to integrate air defence systems across member states, enhancing protection for populations and critical infrastructure. European Defence Fund #EDF – Established to fund joint research and development projects, enhancing collaboration across Member States and strengthening the EU defence industry. While limited to R&D, EDF laid the groundwork for complementary initiatives like #EDIRPA for joint procurement and industrial ramp-up #ASAP. 👉🏼 With over €14.5 billion under the EU's Security and Defence heading in the MFF, and an estimated €500 billion needed over the next decade, there is a clear necessity to scale up investments to enhance Europe’s defence infrastructure, address manufacturing gaps, and improve cross-border and collective security. We look forward to seeing how these initiatives impact the growth of Europe’s defence industry and readiness. Read the full report here https://lnkd.in/eUG--8mu

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Sweden’s armed forces have long been customers of Systematic’s world-leading SitaWare solution, using it to integrate their forces, operate effectively and boost situational awareness. And with the country’s accession to NATO, they now join 17 other member states who all deploy the SitaWare Suite. Among many other advantages, this ensures that Swedish users can directly integrate their system with allied partners, with a reduced need for interoperability standards, meaning everyone can work together more effectively. Read more about what this means in our recent blog post: https://hubs.ly/Q02xdNVq0

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In early June 2024, the CFCS raised the threat level for destructive cyber attacks from LOW to MEDIUM. The decision to raise the threat level was based on Russia’s increased willingness to use hybrid tactics, including destructive cyber attacks, against European NATO member states, emphasizing the fact that an unstable global security situation also expands into the cyber domain. The threat landscape is constantly evolving. New threat actors emerge while others disappear, and hackers continue to develop new approaches of attack. Join us at the Industrial Security Conference to learn more about the evolving cyber threat landscape and what it means for your organization! Read more about the assessment here: https://lnkd.in/eC__p8Jp #ISCCPH #industrialsecurity

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What happens when criminals start using artificial intelligence? 🤖 How much data does a Chinese electric car actually leak, and how can we work effectively with threat intelligence when the lines between state and private actors blur? 🎙️ The first episode of Conviersations is live! Andreas P. Engstrand interviews Hedvig Moe, Partner at Thommessen , and Tor Indstøy, Head of Threat Intelligence at Telenor. Tune in for insights on how geopolitics and technological developments impact corporate security and discover the strategies these experts believe are essential for meeting tomorrow’s threats 🌎 Available on Spotify and Apple. You know where to find the links In Norwegian

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Norway and Germany want to better protect Europe's critical underwater #infrastructure, especially against hybrid attacks🛡️ 👉 Yesterday, both countries signed an initiative to strengthen NATO's role in this area. Read more on our blog (in NOR & GER): https://lnkd.in/dbBcWTwm #defense #norwaygermany

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It is now time to take a summer break, but before that some summer readings and thoughts: 💜Here are our Hybrid Intelligence team´s University of Oulu key take aways from brilliant HHAI conference in Malmö a couple of weeks back! See you in August with new topics, have a great summer everyone!☀️ #HybridIntelligence #AI #HHAI https://lnkd.in/etnUXTQV

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Prestigious recognition at the Finnish Security Awards gala. The SFS/SR 211 Societal Security Standardization Group received a prestigious recognition for its work in advancing security cooperation at the Finnish Security Awards gala November 14, 2024. The work of the SFS/SR 211 group focuses primarily on societal security, crisis resilience, and the international standardization of security services. The group is actively involved in both European and international security standardization, which was a key factor in the decision to award them the prize. One of the group's most significant achievements is the development of an international ISO standard for civil protection shelters. In 2021, Temet, world leader in shelter, blast and CBRN protection technology, proposed the idea and initiative for an #ISO standard that would create a unified set of guidelines for shelters worldwide. The proposal was driven by concerns that not all shelters would be capable of fulfilling their purpose in a crisis, potentially endangering lives. The SFS/SR 211 group advanced the idea within ISO - International Organization for Standardization, where it was accepted as a project. Under Finnish leadership, an international working group developed the standard, which was published in August 2024. Photo: Riikka Silkala, Murra Oy #temet #savinglives

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Cyber espionage targeting telecommunications companies has been a persistent and significant concern for years. These attacks often aim to steal sensitive data, such as phone call metadata and communications, enabling attackers to identify potential targets for further surveillance and intelligence operations, breaches can have far-reaching implications, impacting governments, businesses, and individuals alike. It matters because telecommunications data provides a treasure trove of insights for state-sponsored threat actors, who use it to map relationships, monitor activities, and gain a strategic edge. #cyberespionage #defence #statesponsoredattacks #cyberthreat #criticalinfrastructure #ifcrdk Let's talk Institut for Cyber Risk https://lnkd.in/dU4aBCqw

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