Prasarana probed for PDPA compliance after data breach from ransomware attack

The incident involved a ransomware attack by a group called RansomHub, which uploaded the stolen data on the dark web on Aug 25. — RAJA FAISAL HISHAN/The Star

PETALING JAYA: The recent cybersecurity incident involving public transportation owner and operator Prasarana will be investigated to determine if the company violated provisions under the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA).

In a statement, the Digital Ministry said that the Personal Data Protection Commissioner's Office will carry out investigations and determine the nature of the breach and the data involved in the incident. It will also recommend appropriate actions moving forward.