EC working with MCMC after suspected cyberattack
EC chairman Ramlan Harun says a report on the incident has also been submitted to the relevant authorities.
The Election Commission (EC) of Malaysia is collaborating with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and other relevant entities to bolster the security of its website after a suspected cyberattack was reported. EC Chairman Ramlan Harun disclosed that a preliminary report on the incident has been forwarded to the pertinent authorities as a proactive step to safeguard the commission's systems.
Following a visit to the early voting process for the Melaka election at SM Kem Terendak in Sungai Udang, Harun assured reporters that the EC plans to release an official statement regarding the matter in due course. He mentioned that he has yet to receive a comprehensive report but expressed confidence that the EC will provide a statement soon.
Harun emphasized the significance of the website's integrity for the smooth execution of the election and expressed hope that the cyberattack would not impact the website's functionality.
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