EU Cyber Census 2025: the Executive Summary is available

Facing a growing threat to its security, including in cyberspace, the EU Member States need to act together for stronger cyber defence capabilities and cooperation, in line with the Joint Communication on the EU Policy on Cyber Defence.

The 2025 EU Cyber Census tracks the implementation of the EU Policy on Cyber Defence and the related Council conclusions. The EU Cyber Census report is EU Classified Information, with the exception of its Executive Summary.

The Executive Summary provides an overview of common actions for stronger cyber defence capabilities and cooperation, including civil-military cyber cooperation. It also summarises actions for securing the EU defence ecosystem in order to contribute to the EU’s strategic autonomy, investments in cyber defence capabilities, as well as international partnerships to address common challenges. Moreover, the Executive Summary offers aggregated quantitative insights regarding Member States’ national positions and progress.