MCMC urges Internet service providers to comply with the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998

According to the media statement from the MCMC, under Section 263 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA 1998), ISPs are obligated to use their best endeavours to ensure that their services are not used to violate Malaysian law. — AFP Relaxnews

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has urged Internet service providers (ISPs) to provide a report and action plan over the abuse of network facilities, network services, and application services to cause online harm.

The report would address the issue of content infringement and outline the ISPs future plans to enhance their capabilities in combating online harms, ensure information security, and maintain network integrity.