In February 2026, several cyberattacks targeted critical infrastructure: a European electricity operator, a major Asian port, a European logistics group, and a North American natural gas pipeline network. These incidents, confirmed by ENISA, CISA, and EMSA, demonstrate that supply chains and industrial systems remain prime targets for cybercriminals.
According to theEuropean Union Agencyfor Cybersecurity (ENISA), attacks on supply chains have increased by 62% over the past year, a figure published in its Threat Landscape Report . This increase can be attributed to the proliferation of interconnections, greater reliance on collaborative systems, and the exploitation of vulnerabilities among third-party providers. Recent incidents in February 2026—particularly in European maritime transport and logistics networks—perfectly illustrate this systemic fragility.
The operational consequences are immediate: production shutdowns, logistics delays, financial losses, and damage to reputation. IBM estimates in its Cost of a Data Breach Report that the average cost of a data breach now stands at $4.45 million, a historic high. In critical sectors, this cost can rise much higher, particularly when physical operations are disrupted.
Beyond the financial impact, organizations must also address the issue of business continuity. The The Business Continuity Institute notes that 73% of companies that have suffered a major cyberattack experienced a significant business interruption, sometimes lasting several days. In a context where geopolitical tensions continue to affect shipping routes—particularly in the Red Sea—the combination of cyber threats and supply chain disruptions creates an unprecedented systemic risk.
In light of this situation, international standards play a vital role. ISO 27001 provides a structured framework for securing information systems, whileISO 22301 helps ensure business continuity in the event of an incident. Certified organizations see measurable benefits: reduced incident response times, improved operational resilience, and lower costs associated with disruptions. Several studies show that companies with an information security management system reduce the operational impact of cyberattacks by an average of 30%, thanks to better preparedness and more mature governance.
The events of recent months serve as a reminder that cybersecurity is no longer merely a technical issue. It is a matter of governance, resilience, and trust. Organizations that anticipate, structure, and certify their practices are the ones that succeed in weathering crises, protecting their assets, and maintaining their performance in an increasingly unstable environment.
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