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Cyber Security in Germany

Insights into the current threat landscape and recent legislative developments

The Covid-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine have heightened cyber security awareness in Germany. Both public and private entities are now enhancing cyber security measures to address vulnerabilities and strengthen their defenses amid these crises. However, the focus of preventive cyber security measures is often misplaced, as organizations undervalue the strengthening of formal frameworks.

For this report, we have surveyed nearly 500 employees of German SMEs as well as information technicians and people in C-level positions in German organizations from both the private and public sectors.

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Cyber Security in Germany

Cyber Security in Germany

Insights into the current threat landscape and recent legislative developments

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