The 18th International Conference on Critical Information Infrastructures Security, known as CRITIS2023, recently took place at the Laurea University of Applied Sciences in the Helsinki metropolitan region in Finland. This prestigious event, held from September 13th to 15th, brought together a diverse group of experts, including researchers, infrastructure operators, industry leaders, and government representatives. The conference served as a platform for discussing the critical challenges facing information infrastructure security and showcased innovative projects from various organizations, including the Lithuanian Cybercrime Centre of Excellence for Training, Research & Education (L3CE).

During the conference Evaldas from L3CE delivered an insightful presentation on the challenges surrounding the innovation uptake of Lithuanian cyber capabilities. This presentation shed light on the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and innovation in the face of emerging threats.

Furthermore, Evaldas took the opportunity to introduce several ongoing projects in which L3CE is actively involved. These projects represent a collaborative effort to enhance the cybersecurity landscape and strengthen critical information infrastructures. Projects that Evaldas introduced were: STARLIGHT, PROJECT CYSSME, PROJECT REWIRE, PROJECT EAGLE and EDIH4LT.

These projects collectively underline L3CE’s commitment to advancing the field of cybersecurity and contributing to the safety and security of critical information infrastructures. CRITIS2023 provided a valuable platform for sharing insights, fostering dialogue with stakeholders, and inspiring the next generation of researchers in this multidisciplinary research field.

CRITIS2023 was a resounding success, bringing together experts and organizations dedicated to safeguarding critical information infrastructures. L3CE’s active participation and presentation of ongoing projects highlighted the organization’s dedication to innovation and its vital role in addressing the evolving cyber challenges of our interconnected world.

In the 14-15th of June 2023, the partners of the REWIRE project convened in Barcelona for their Plenary meeting. The primary objective of this project is to provide tangible recommendations and solutions that address the existing skill gaps between industry demands and sectoral training offerings. By doing so, it aims to bolster growth, innovation, and competitiveness in the domain of Cybersecurity.

As the REWIRE project progresses into its third year of implementation, numerous critical subjects were discussed, with a particular focus on ensuring the sustainability of its outcomes. Notably, among the outputs of the REWIRE activities are customized training courses designed to cater to specific profiles identified by the European Cybersecurity Skills Framework (ECSF) established by ENISA.

During the sustainability session, Project EAGLE was presented as an exemplar initiative that stands to benefit from the REWIRE project. By adopting some of the training materials developed by REWIRE, Project EAGLE can enhance their expertise in relevant areas. Such collaboration represents a noteworthy instance of knowledge transfer and the effective utilization of attained results from one project to further the goals of another.

The GRACE project June 2023 newsletter is now available on the GRACE website.

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Lithuanian Cybercrime Center of Excellence for Training, Research and Education (hereinafter L3CE) led a focus group of SME’s, academia and professionals to discover relevant aspects for developing highly practical training courses for SME’s in the field of cybercrime, cyberthreats and cybersecurity.

Participants of the focus group focused on practical aspects of cybersecurity in SMEs, as significant constraints must be considered – SMEs are and will be facing lack of cybersecurity competencies.

A consensus emerged among all members of focus group that the course should raise awareness of cybersecurity among all employees and management. Moreover, it was agreed that the course should equip participants with fundamental competencies in the field:

• trainings must be based on highly practical, instrumental and low sophistication cybersecurity frameworks;

• include practice how to recognize cyber threats;

• elaborate on procedures in the event of a cyber incident, how to leverage external help.

Outcomes of focus groups will be used to develop highly relevant training courses for SMEs.

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Lithuanian Cybercrime Center of Excellence for Training, Research and Education (L3CE) together with SecurIT project partners are preparing for the SecurIT Open Call (OC) #2 Kick-off meeting in Vilnius on 5th of July, 2023.

Representatives from OC#2 funded projects are invited to come and discover more about the Programme and the SecurIT consortium. During the event participants will learn about the Programme rules and requirements, meet other beneficiaries and get matched with their Follow-Up Managers – persons, who will guide them through the whole process and will be reference point during the entire programme.

All funded projects will have a chance to present their project to other beneficiaries during a 5 min pitch in the meeting.

More details for invited projects will be shared by e-mail communication.

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On May 16-17 2023 the jury, composed of the SecurIT consortium partners and supported by ethical expert, gathered in Paris at Le Catalyseur. L3CE director and expert Egidija Veršinskienė participated as Selection Committee member and dr. Sigutė Stankevičiūtė took part as ethical expert.

In total, 37 project proposals were pitched and assessed.

The Jury is currently deliberating to select the 21 winners who will be granted with respectively €74k and €88k for their innovations for safer and more secured and resilient SmartCities and territories.

The final list of project winners will be published soon!

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The Newsletter for the EU-HYBNET Project is here.

On 20^th of April 2023 in Bucharest, Romania, EU-HYBNET consortium hosted its third Annual Workshop, #AW, with the aim to present the results and findings of the EU-HYBNET project during the past year and to ensure vivid interaction with all hybrid threats stakeholders to assess the feasibility of the project findings and possible recommendations to innovations uptake and standardisation.

Participants talked about cyber-attacks and their harm to economy and society. They also focused on how FIMI and hybrid treats spread, influence perceptions, and relate to national vulnerabilities as well as cultural differences.

As part of the event, EU-HYBNET also invited providers of innovative solutions on security-related topics to present research and/or innovations which could contribute to countering hybrid threats. Their work plays an important role in identifying propaganda and disinformation. Participants also discussed topics related to fake news and the role of police forces in countering hybrid treats. Interesting tools that can help to build awareness and resilience were presented.

During the panel, experts from European External Action Service & Europol joined the consortium to share their experience in countering hybrid treats.

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