Kluang Council cyberattack exposes need for stronger cybersecurity funding, audits
THE hacking of Kluang Municipal Council's systems has prompted a call for stronger cybersecurity safeguards and increased security spending across government agencies as Malaysia expands its use of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud-based ser...
Cyberattack on Kluang Municipal Council has highlighted the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures and increased funding across Malaysian government agencies, according to Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching. Speaking after presenting contributions to a media practitioner, Teo emphasized that all government entities should conduct cybersecurity audits to identify vulnerabilities in their digital systems and infrastructure, particularly as AI and cloud-based services become more prevalent.
She stressed that the growing reliance on these technologies necessitates dedicated cybersecurity budgets to mitigate associated risks. Teo urged that cybersecurity audits extend beyond government departments to encompass all sectors utilizing AI and cloud storage, urging organisations to allocate sufficient funds to protect against potential cyber threats.
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