CyberSecurity Malaysia: Watch out for cyberattacks ahead of Malaysia Day

Aswami says attacks of this nature tends to happen around this period annually. — NORAFIFI EHSAN/The Star

Following a wave of attacks on Malaysian sites before Merdeka Day, cybersecurity experts are recommending website operators to be prepared ahead of Malaysia Day.

CyberSecurity Malaysia (CSM) Responsive Services Division senior vice president Dr Aswami Fadillah Mohd Ariffin says attacks of this nature tend to happen around this period annually, especially following any statements that could have been deemed “sensitive” and could have angered neighbouring countries.