Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Cybersecurity Awareness Month runs every October in the US, encouraging people and organisations to take simple steps to stay safe online.
- UK (not marked)
- USA
- International (not marked)
OrganiserCybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and National Cybersecurity Alliance
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held2004
About the day
It was launched in 2004 by the US government and industry. CISA and the National Cybersecurity Alliance produce the resources and messaging each year.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 to 31 October 2026 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2027 | 1 to 31 October 2027 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | 1 to 31 October 2028 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
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