Why are data breaches and leaks still happening?

There has been a considerable number of data leaks reported in the country in recent times. – AZMAN GHANI/The Star

MALAYSIANS sighed a huge relief earlier this month when organisations reportedly involved in an alleged data leak of some 13 million people refuted the claim as fake news.

The good news was welcomed by the account holders as the leaked information purportedly included their full name, date of birth and identity card number – important information widely used for banking and business transactions in Malaysia