The level of cyber threats in Latvia remains high, with a steady upward trend. Attacks are both financially and politically motivated, and geopolitical factors continue to serve as a significant catalyst for threats.
On January 1, 2026 CERT.LV launched two important cybersecurity projects. The projects are aimed at strengthening cooperation and digital security capacity both nationally and in the broader Nordic-Baltic region.
In the third quarter of 2025, 671 cyber incidents were recorded, which is 5% less than in the second quarter of this year, but 2% more than in the third quarter of last year, and overall, an upward trajectory can be observed.
SANS has announced the CTF European Championship 2026, a new pan-European cybersecurity competition bringing together participants from 45 countries. The virtual CTF)tournament is aimed at cybersecurity professionals, students, and enthusiasts looking to test their practical skills and compete for the title of the first-ever SANS European CTF Champion.
March 24th marked the beginning of the fourth Threat Hunt Workshop led by Canadian and Latvian cyber specialists bringing 37 participants from 14 countries to Riga, Latvia to equip them with the skills to act proactively and detect threats before they materialize.
Earlier this November, Canadian and Latvian cyber experts led a four-day Threat Hunting Workshop in Riga, helping NATO allies become proactive defenders, capable of identifying threats before they occur
