Smaller firms lack budget for cybersecurity


PETALING JAYA: Malaysian companies face cybersecurity risks due to budget and expertise challenges despite recognising its importance, say leading trade groups.

Despite using various digital tools like accounting software, customer relationship management systems, e-commerce platforms, payment gateways, cloud storage and social media tools to enhance efficiency, they said many companies remain reactive and ill-prepared for cybersecurity risks.

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