The EU expands sanctions against those responsible for cyberattacks threatening Europe
16 Mar 2026
Effective: 16 Mar 2026
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Who is affected:
European companies, critical infrastructures and public bodies exposed to cyberattacks
Summary
The EU Council updates restrictive measures (sanctions) against individuals and entities responsible for serious cyberattacks against the EU or its member states.
Detailed analysis
PRO
This Decision amends the European sanctions regime on cybersecurity established in 2019, updating the list of natural and legal persons subject to restrictive measures due to their involvement in significant cyberattacks against the EU or its Member States. Sanctions include asset freezing and prohibition of entry into…
Full official title
CELEX:32026D0588: Decisión (PESC) 2026/588 del Consejo, de 16 de marzo de 2026, por la que se modifica la Decisión (PESC) 2019/797 relativa a medidas restrictivas contra los ciberataques que amenacen a la Unión o a sus Estados miembros