16.10.2026

Cybersecurity tour made a stop in Waidhofen an der Thaya

Presentations tailored for schools, public administration, and businesses are meeting with great interest. On October 15, the "Cybersecurity Awareness" district tour continued its information campaign with three stops in Waidhofen an der Thaya. At the local secondary school (BG/BRG), 110 students participated, while 45 staff members attended a session at the district administrative authority (Bezirkshauptmannschaft). The final presentation, held at the district office of the Lower Austrian Chamber of Commerce, drew representatives from around 30 businesses. The goal of the roadshow is to raise awareness of digital threats and highlight practical protective measures.

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Waidhofen/Thaya District Authority (BH) location: from left to right: Martin Merka (Federal Agency for Cybersecurity), Christoph Jarisch (House of Digitalization), Walter Glanninger (TIP NÖ), Marlene Lauter (District Office Chair), Alexander Vogl (District Office Head)

From left to right: Martin Merka (BA for cybersecurity), Christoph Jarisch (House of Digitalization), Walter Glanninger (TIP NÖ), Marlene Lauter (district office manager), Alexander Vogl (district office manager)

Recognize dangers, act correctly

The BG/BRG Waidhofen an der Thaya kicked off. In front of 110 students, Martin Merka from the Federal Office for Cybersecurity and Maximilian Schernhammer from the Lower Austria State Criminal Police Office explained what young people should pay particular attention to on the Internet. Topics covered included protecting personal data, secure passwords, fraudulent messages and risks from malware. The main focus was on the question of how digital threats can be identified in good time.

The second stop was in the Waidhofen an der Thaya district headquarters. At Matteo Schnell's (Federal Cybersecurity Office) lecture, 45 employees discussed cyber risks in the professional environment and options for prevention. The conclusion was an appointment at the district office of the Lower Austrian Chamber of Commerce. Here, the focus was particularly on possible attacks against companies and suitable protective measures in everyday operations.

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Waidhofen/Thaya District Administration Office: Christoph Jarisch (House of Digitalization), Bettina Fraunbaum (Deputy District Administrator), Matteo Schnell (Federal Office for Cybersecurity)

Strengthening Security Awareness for the Long Term

This district tour is organized by the "Haus der Digitalisierung" (House of Digitalization) in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of the Interior—specifically the Federal Office for Cybersecurity. The Austrian Economic Chamber (Lower Austria branch) also serves as a partner for the events aimed at business owners. The presentations combine information on current threats with practical advice on how to use digital applications securely. The goal is to raise awareness of risks among various target groups and to empower them to handle cyber threats effectively.

Whether in schools, the public sector, or within a company, a crucial aspect of cybersecurity begins with the behavior of each individual. By recognizing suspicious messages, protecting personal data, and following fundamental security rules, one can significantly reduce the risk of a successful cyberattack. The roadshow therefore focuses intentionally on information and prevention—demonstrating that even simple, everyday measures can make a meaningful difference.

The roadshow will arrive in Bruck an der Leitha on November 12. Further information regarding the "Cybersecurity Awareness" district tour, as well as current offerings from the "Haus der Digitalisierung," can be found on our website at www.virtuelleshaus.at.

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