The EU has introduced sanctions designed to prevent cyber criminals from moving between different member states . The measures include travel restrictions and asset freezes , which aim to counter the threats to the critical infrastructure across the region . “This is decisive action to deter future cyber attacks,” said foreign secretary Jeremy Hunt. Data published last year by the cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes showed that the threat to businesses affected by cyber crime has increased by 235 % in the past year .
The EU has introduced sanctions designed to prevent cyber criminals from moving between different member states . The measures include travel restrictions and asset freezes , which aim to counter the threats to the critical infrastructure across the region . Data published last year by the cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes showed that the threat to businesses affected by cyber crime has increased by 235 % in the past year .