Part Three The Strategy 3. Goal: Strenghten National cyber defence • Address obstacles to criminal investigations on cybercrime, notably with respect to access to evidence i. Establish a collective approach for sharing cyber security knowledge and intelligence • Prioritise the implementation of existing legislation on attacks against information systems and on combating child abuse. A collective approach, involving both the public and private sector, potentially facilitated through the use of ICT is needed to: iii. Assess and consolidate on-line reporting of cybercrime • Allow participants from across sectors and organisations to exchange information on cyber threats and to mutually strengthen response to cyber threats, vulnerabilities and incidents securely, efficiently and effectively20, whilst operating within a framework that protects the confidentiality of the shared information.21 It may also allow for intra-business sect oral communication, particularly in areas where particular information may be deemed as of a highly sensitive nature to be shared with all participants The on-line mechanism is needed to report illicit online activity for the required action to be taken as well as to determine the extent of cybercrime. It entails: • The ability to track cybercrime at a national level • Ensuring further nation-wide related awareness, especially among citizens and small businesses. It is also recommended to ensure that a strategic approach on the applicability of online services related to cybercrime handling is taken, so as to enhance effectiveness, whilst maximising the use of resources. Additionally, the ability to handle cases related to cyber bullying (or any other form of cyber abuse) also needs to be ensured among online support personnel handling services pertaining to abuse. • Analyse new trends and identify opportunities and emerging threats • Work to strengthen cyber security • Provide framework for sharing best practice22 • Potentially improve professionalism in information assurance and cyber defence across the private and public sector through schemes for certifying related competence and specialist training. ii. Review existing legislation and provide measures through legislation and regulation to ensure relevance and effectiveness to the cyber world This measure builds upon two objectives of Digital Malta, as follows: • Objective 43 – review existing legislation to ensure relevance and effectiveness in the cyber world’ • Objective 44 – provide measures to maintain privacy, safety and security while surfing, transacting and operating on-line. Legislation will address several matters such as safeguarding intellectual property rights, patents, sensitive and personal information, cloud computing and 20 MALTA CYBER SECURITY STRATEGY 2016