From Threat to Response: Cybersecurity Evolution in Albania
Klorenta Pashaj, Vilma TomÃƒÂ§o, Eralda Gjika
Journal of Information Security Research, Vol. 16, No. 2, 2025.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.6025/jisr/2025/16/2/61-71
Link: https://www.dline.info/jisr/fulltext/v16n2/jisrv16n2_3.pdf
Abstract:
As Albania's digital landscape expands, its vulnerability to sophisticated cyber threats increases correspondingly. This study explores the evolution of Albania's cybersecurity strategies, tracing the shift from reactive measures to a proactive defence approach. It critically examines significant cyber incidents that have shaped the national cybersecurity landscape, assessing how they have influenced Albania's current cyber defence strategies. The focus is on how Albania has tailored its strategic responses to enhance digital resilience and national security. In the second part, the paper provides an in-depth review of the threat models prevalent in the Western Balkans and Albania, highlighting key areas where Albania's cyber management requires further development. One key recommendation is the forecasting of cyberattacks, which could benefit from the application of timeseries and machine learning techniques to enhance predictive capabilities. This approach emphasizes adapting to emerging threats and fostering international cooperation to bolster Albania's cybersecurity infrastructure.