ENISA releases 2026 State of Cybersecurity in the Union report

What happened

ENISA published its biennial State of Cybersecurity in the Union report on 10 November 2026. The report introduces a strategic compass and five key policy directions, highlighting AI‑driven threats, supply‑chain risks and the need for stronger cross‑border coordination. It references ongoing EU legislation such as NIS2, the Cyber Resilience Act and the Cyber Solidarity Act.

Why it matters for trust and compliance

• Its status is announced. It is not law yet. Track it, but do not treat it as an obligation.
• The report provides EU‑wide guidance on improving cybersecurity resilience, especially as AI amplifies threats.
• It relates to NIS2. The regulations library explains what that law requires.

Who is affected

Recommended actions

1. Map the security requirements to existing controls and close gaps.
2. Identify affected vendors and update due-diligence and contract terms.
3. Inventory AI or automated decision systems in scope and their assessments.
4. Schedule or refresh the risk or impact assessments this calls for.