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In-depth information on key cyber threats facing Malaysians.
Phishing is one of the most common cyber threats in Malaysia. Attackers use deceptive emails, SMS messages, and fake websites to trick victims into revealing passwords and banking details. CyberSecurity Malaysia reports thousands of phishing incidents annually through the Cyber999 hotline.
Read More →Ransomware encrypts your files and demands payment for the decryption key. It targets hospitals, schools, government agencies, and businesses across Malaysia. The double extortion model has made ransomware even more dangerous. Prevention through backups and patches is far cheaper than recovery.
Read More →A data breach occurs when sensitive information is accessed or stolen without authorisation. High-profile breaches in Malaysia have exposed millions of personal records. Under the Personal Data Protection Act, organisations must implement security measures to safeguard your information.
Read More →Key statistics you should know.
Cyber999 incident reports received by CyberSecurity Malaysia in a single year.
Malaysians have been affected by online scams or cybercrime at some point.
Estimated losses from online fraud in Malaysia in recent years.