The research project DEFENDERS: DEFending AdvancEd aNd AI-powereD CybER AttackS was showcased at the Thessaloniki International Fair 2025 at the ITHACA Lab pavilion, University of Western Macedonia.The project is dedicated to developing pioneering methods and tools to improve cyber defence capabilities, with a primary focus on:
Proactive Malware Detection: Implementing early detection mechanisms for malicious software within critical infrastructures.
Adaptive Honeypots: Engineering innovative honeypot systems that dynamically adapt to the specific profile of an attacker.
AI-driven Defense Algorithms: Designing Artificial Intelligence algorithms for the prevention and mitigation of adversarial attacks.
Simulation-Based Training: Enhancing personnel preparedness and operational readiness through advanced simulation exercises.The project’s participation in Thessaloniki International Fair 2025 highlighted how DEFENDERS project integrates cutting-edge research with practical solutions, thereby reinforcing the resilience of critical systems across the energy, healthcare, and public administration sectors.
Project Details:
Duration: 15/04/2025 – 31/05/2026 | 
Budget: 900.000 € | 
Project ID: ΥΠ3ΤΑ-0560908
Funding: European Union – NextGenerationEU, within the framework of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan “Greece 2.0”.
