Tag - Cyber Security Act

Reinforcing cybersecurity

PETALING JAYA: Within six hours of discovering a cybersecurity incident, or even a potential threat, an authorised person under a newly-enforced law will have to make an initial report to the National Cyber Coordination and Command Centre System (NC4). The six-hour rule applies to attacks on information in sectors deemed critical to the nation, including defence,...

Stricter enforcement needed to combat rising cybercrime, says analyst

KUALA LUMPUR: Strict enforcement and penalties for individuals committing cyberattacks need to be implemented to curb the escalating situation, says crime analyst Shahul Hamid Abdul Rahim. He stressed that the issue requires serious attention as cybercrime in the country has become increasingly complex. ALSO READ: Safety of minors a priority "The country has laws, regulations, and penalties, but if...