Dailysabah Türkiye's Cybersecurity Board Classifies Critical Infrastructure Sectors
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- •Critical infrastructure sectors in Türkiye now include digital and space technologies.
- •Over 101,500 malicious links were blocked by Türkiye's cybersecurity teams in 2025.
- •The Cybersecurity Act aims to integrate cybersecurity into national security strategies.
On May 5, 2026, Türkiye's Cybersecurity Board, led by President Erdoğan, designated critical infrastructure sectors as part of the new Cybersecurity Act. This classification includes digital infrastructures, electronic communications, and space technology, reflecting a broad regulatory approach. The move aims to enhance national security by protecting vital digital systems and data sovereignty. In 2025, Türkiye's cybersecurity teams blocked over 101,500 malicious links, coordinated by the National Cyber Incident Response Center. The country also assigned 519 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) to identified security flaws, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability management and workforce development in cybersecurity efforts.
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