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2 April 2026

Updated

Patch Management

Replaced stale Citrix Bleed (2023) example with Citrix NetScaler CVE-2026-3055 (CVSS 9.3, April 2026): memory overread in SAML IDP configuration leaks authenticated session tokens to unauthenticated attackers. Actively exploited since March 27; added to CISA KEV April 1.

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What is NIS2?

Added April 18, 2026 hard deadline: Belgian entities must submit CyFun Basic/Important self-assessment or ISO 27001 SoA to the CCB. Of 2,410+ registered organizations, ~25% are not yet ready. After April 18, CCB can begin enforcement and fines.

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Compliance Roadmap

Added April 18, 2026 CCB submission deadline to Phase 1 tip — shifts the timeline from vague "start now" to a concrete legal deadline requiring immediate action.

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Email Security

Added DKIM signing key compromise as a new threat vector in tip 3: even emails from trusted official domains can be forged if the sender's DKIM keys are stolen in a breach (e.g. European Commission, March 2026). Always verify unexpected urgent requests by phone.

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26 March 2026

Updated

Two-Factor Authentication

Added adversary-in-the-middle (AITM) caveat to the "99.9% blocked" stat: Tycoon 2FA (dismantled by Europol, March 2026) proved standard MFA can be bypassed via session-proxy. FIDO2/passkeys highlighted as the only AITM-resistant method.

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Phishing

Added Phishing-as-a-Service (PaaS) as a new attack type: Tycoon 2FA ran 96,000 attacks globally including 500 Belgian victims, dismantled by Europol and Microsoft in March 2026.

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Social Engineering

Added real-world example of phishing panel real-time victim control via Telegram bot — documented by Belgian ethical hacker Inti De Ceukelaire (March 2026) against Argenta, Belfius, KBC, ING, and CBC.

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23 March 2026

Updated

CyberFundamentals vs ISO 27001

Clarified that the CCB explicitly accepts ISO/IEC 27001:2022 as a valid NIS2 conformity path (same legal presumption as CyFun), with SoA requirement. Added new FAQ: Microsoft 365, Purview and Secure Score do not cover CyFun compliance.

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Updated

CyberFundamentals Framework Guide

Updated FAQ: both CyFun and ISO 27001 are accepted by CCB for NIS2 conformity. ISO 27001 requires a Statement of Applicability showing equivalence to the relevant CyFun level.

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15 March 2026

New

NIS2 in Belgium

New article covering Belgian NIS2 law, CCB role, CyberFundamentals framework tiers, registration statistics, and Belgian-specific deadlines.

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New

The NIS2 Directive Explained

New article explaining EU Directive 2022/2555: legal background, NIS1 vs NIS2 comparison, key articles (21, 23, 32-33), and Belgian transposition.

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New

NIS2 Certification

New article comparing CyberFundamentals and ISO 27001 certification paths, tier requirements, audit process, and cost considerations.

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New

NIS2 Audit Preparation

New article on what auditors look for, self-assessment vs external audit, 5-step preparation guide, and MSP audit support angle.

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12 March 2026

Updated

NIS2 Requirements

Added April 18, 2026 deadline warning — 5 weeks to go. 2,410 entities registered, 70-75% implementing.

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Ransomware

Added wiper malware section — Stryker/Handala attack (200K devices wiped via Microsoft Intune, March 2026).

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Incident Response

Added MDM/device management tools as attack vector warning with detection signs.

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Passwords

Added credential marketplace context — LeakBase takedown (142K users, Europol, March 2026).

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Patch Management

Added SQL Server CVE-2026-21262 (CVSS 8.8) and Microsoft Patch Tuesday monitoring guidance.

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Access Control

Added management console warning — cloud admin portals as highest-value targets (Stryker MDM example).

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5 March 2026

Updated

NIS2 Deadlines

Added 75% CyFun framework adoption statistic — validates CyberFundamentals as the dominant compliance path for Belgian NIS2 entities.

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26 February 2026

Updated

Social Engineering

Added AI voice cloning warning to vishing section, citing WEF Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026.

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NIS2 Supply Chain

Added Qilin ransomware as concrete example of MSP-targeted supply chain attacks.

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Cybersecurity for IT Partners

Added warning that MSPs are primary ransomware targets (Qilin) with NIS2 supply chain implications.

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Self-Service vs Managed

Added data sovereignty FAQ: where compliance data lives matters — it contains your security blueprint.

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Why MSPs Should Offer Compliance

Updated deadline stat from vague "2026" to specific "April 18, 2026" self-assessment deadline.

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24 February 2026

New

NIS2 Supply Chain Compliance

New article explaining how NIS2 reaches organisations not directly regulated — through supply chain obligations in Article 21(2)(d). What your clients will ask and how to prepare.

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New

How to Talk to Your IT Partner About NIS2

Practical conversation guide for SME owners who need to discuss NIS2 readiness with their IT partner. Includes key questions and what answers to expect.

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New

What to Ask Your MSP About Cybersecurity

Evaluation checklist for SMEs working with a managed service provider. Know what to ask about incident response, compliance support, and security monitoring.

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New

NIS2 Readiness: What Your IT Partner Needs to Know

Designed to be forwarded to your IT partner. Covers the compliance framework, timeline, and specific technical capabilities needed to support NIS2 clients.

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New

Why Your MSP Should Offer Compliance Services

For IT partners exploring the compliance opportunity. How NIS2 creates recurring revenue and stronger client relationships through audit-readiness services.

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19 February 2026

Updated

NIS2 Deadlines Belgium

Updated registration numbers: 2,410 critical-sector organizations registered with CCB (previously ~2,000). 4,000+ across all sectors. Self-assessment deadline now 8 weeks away.

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Updated

Who Must Comply with NIS2?

Updated Belgian entity registration stat from ~2,000 to 2,410 critical-sector organizations (CCB February 2026 announcement).

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13 February 2026

New

Access Control Guide

New guide on least privilege, role-based access control, and credential hygiene. Practical steps for SMEs to limit who gets in and what they can do.

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5 February 2026

Updated

NIS2 Deadlines Belgium

Updated with critical April 18, 2026 self-assessment deadline (10 weeks away), new CAB accreditation timeline, and July 2026/April 2027 milestones. ~2,000 entities now registered.

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Who Must Comply with NIS2?

Added EU "small mid-cap" category (proposed Jan 2026), updated Belgian entity registration numbers (~2,000), and April 18 self-assessment deadline.

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NIS2 for SMEs

Updated with expanding scope through "small mid-cap" category and growing supply chain obligations. Belgium now has ~2,000 registered entities.

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NIS2 Compliance Checklist

Added April 18, 2026 self-assessment deadline warning. Essential entities must submit CyFun or ISO 27001 documentation to the CCB.

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NIS2 Penalties & Fines

Added new ransomware-specific reporting requirements: attack vector, mitigation measures, and ransom payment disclosure obligations.

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CyberFundamentals Certification

Updated: an estimated 70-75% of in-scope entities have started framework implementation. CAB accreditation concluding April 2026.

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29 January 2026

New

AI-Driven Cyber Threats

Learn how hackers use AI to create better phishing emails, clone voices, and automate attacks. Practical tips to defend your business.

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New

Patch Management Guide

Keep your software up-to-date without the headache. A simple 6-step process for SMEs to handle updates and respond to critical vulnerabilities.

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Updated

What is Ransomware?

Added new section on data exfiltration attacks - the shift from encrypting files to stealing data and threatening to publish it.

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Vendor Security Assessment

Added real-world supply chain breach case studies (Ledger, Clop, ESA) to show why supplier security matters.

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