30.12.2025 - In its final weekly review of the year, the NCSC typically reflects on the reports it has received over the past twelve months. This year, the NCSC received almost 65,000 reports of cyberincidents, which represents a significantly smaller increase than in previous years. Although reports concerning 'calls supposedly from the police' still dominated in 2025, more reports in this category were recorded in the first half of the year than in the second. This decline was offset by a substantial rise in the number of reports concerning 'online investment fraud'. Despite only a moderate increase in reporting volume, scams have become much more sophisticated.
23.12.2025 - Christmas is considered a time of hope and reflection, and this is precisely what fraudsters who pose as alleged helpers are counting on. They tell victims who have lost money through online investment fraud, for example, the good news that these lost funds have 'reappeared'. But the miracle never happens. Instead of a refund, victims are presented with bills, and are pressured to pay various 'service fees' until it becomes clear that the promised refund will never materialise. This is how the promised Christmas miracle turns out to be fraud.
16.12.2025 - Last week, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) received an increasing number of reports about a scam that has been observed for some time. In this case, the victim is not pressured to click on a link, as is usually the case. Instead, under the pretext of an alleged suspicious transaction, they are asked to call back a telephone number. However, anyone who dials the number will not be connected to customer service, but directly to the fraudsters' call centre.
12.12.2025 - The Federal Council has examined how artificial intelligence (AI) is influencing cybersecurity and whether the National Cyberstrategy (NCS) can keep pace with rapid developments in AI. In a report on the opportunities and risks of AI systems in cybersecurity, commissioned in response to postulate 23.3861 from Gerhard Andrey and approved on 12 December, the Federal Council concludes that while AI acts as a catalyst for existing trends in cybersecurity, it does not change the fundamentals. AI projects will now be identified more clearly in the NCS to ensure transparency and allow for more focused control.
09.12.2025 - Cybercriminals leverage how application processes work to build trust and manipulate job seekers. Enticing employment opportunities on fake profiles seem attractive and authentic, lowering candidates' level of vigilance. The hope of a successful job offer can lead to job seekers acting rashly, which scammers exploit to their own advantage.
02.12.2025 - A current phishing campaign is misusing the name "SERAFE". Under the pretext of needing to "verify your current living situation", scammers are attempting to steal large amounts of personal information. In addition to data such as name, email address, date of birth and telephone number, scammers are also asking for AHV numbers, the date of any change of address and, ultimately, credit card details. This week's review explains why this specific combination of data is particularly useful to scammers and how you can protect yourself against them.
01.12.2025 - Florian Schütz, director of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), is travelling to Japan to strengthen international cooperation in the field of cybersecurity. The trip underscores the strategic importance of bilateral and multilateral cooperation in the face of increasing geopolitical tensions and hybrid threats.
25.11.2025 - As the days get shorter and temperatures drop, discounts are heating up. With Black Friday and Cyber Monday fast approaching, online retailers are preparing for the busiest time of the year. Consumers are looking for the best deals. And, unfortunately, scammers are busy too – and they're ready to profit from the rush.
24.11.2025 - The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has developed a Cybersecurity and Resilience Method (CSRM) to help organisations take a more structured approach to these topics and strengthen their overall security. To improve the method's effectiveness and practicality, the NCSC is collaborating closely with selected partners and interested stakeholders. Organisations and companies are invited to participate in the ongoing consultation, which runs until the end of January, and share their feedback.
19.11.2025 - Digital crime in Switzerland has more than doubled in recent years. In response to Postulate 22.3457, which was submitted by National Council member Stefan Müller-Altermatt, the Federal Council examined the coordination between the relevant authorities, the police and the domain registry operators with regard to tackling scam websites. This assessment was carried out as part of a report on deactivating scam websites and coordinating the national response to online scams. Approved by the Federal Council at its 19 November meeting, the report concludes that, although the existing legal instruments are fundamentally effective, they must be applied more consistently.
