Danish MoD Criticized Over Weak Protection of Military Sites and Weapons Data

The Danish defense has been criticized for failing to adequately secure military areas and protect sensitive information on weapons, according to two new reports from the National Audit Office.

The State Auditors concluded that the ministry has not put in place sufficient safeguards to prevent risks to military installations or classified weapons-related data.

“As you know, work is being done to improve and modernize the Defense establishments and IT. As a natural part of this, work is being done to improve security. That is why I also take the criticism of the Danish National Audit Office and the State Auditors very seriously,” Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen stated. “Protection of military areas must be included in the solutions at the Defence's physical installations, and there must be the right protection measures when sensitive information is processed.”

In a statement, the ministry said work to strengthen site security began last year, with efforts aimed at countering threats from espionage and sabotage. A new strategy is currently in development, with completion expected in the first quarter of 2026.

In parallel, measures have been introduced to strengthen the protection of weapons-related information, while further reviews are underway to determine additional safeguards.