Artificial Intelligence for Cybersecurity applications
Horizon Europe · Cluster 3 – Civil Security for Society · HORIZON-CL3-2027-02-CS-ECCC-01
Funding for trustworthy AI solutions that detect cyber threats in real time, adapt to new attacks and strengthen security operations centres.
This call is announced but not open yet. Dates and conditions can still change.
What is this call about?
The topic funds research and innovation on trustworthy AI for cybersecurity, from real-time threat detection to adaptive defence and AI-enhanced security operations centres. It is part of the call for actions indirectly managed by the ECCC.
What does this call fund?
Scope
The topic advances the use of artificial intelligence, including generative AI, in cybersecurity, while making sure that AI-based solutions are resilient, transparent and compliant with the AI Act. It covers automated threat detection, adaptive cyber defence and AI-driven threat intelligence, and addresses the risks of adversarial manipulation of AI systems.
What projects should develop
- AI tools for real-time detection of anomalies, malicious activity and AI-powered cyber threats, using new machine learning techniques.
- Adaptive AI systems that keep learning from new threats while remaining robust and explainable.
- AI-enhanced frameworks for security operations centres and cyber hubs that combine predictive analytics, automation and threat intelligence.
Expected outcomes
- AI-driven solutions for real-time cyber threat detection.
- Adaptive AI systems that evolve with changing cybersecurity challenges.
- A drastic reduction in the time needed to recover systems.
Further expectations
- Proposals are expected to contribute to one or more of the listed outcomes.
What are the key facts?
- Topic budget
- €24,800,000
- Minimum amount per project
- €4,000,000
- Maximum amount per project
- €5,000,000
- Call code
- HORIZON-CL3-2027-02-CS-ECCC-01
- Programme
- Horizon Europe
- Expected number of projects
- 5
Who can apply for this call?
- The call text sets no conditions of its own on who can apply; the general eligibility conditions of the programme apply.
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When is the deadline?
15 September 2027 (314 days)
15 September 2027 (single-stage submission).
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Source: EU Funding & Tenders Portal and the official call documents. Official call page Last updated 8 October 2026.