Hacked firms may be penalised


Digital new world order: Gobind said the review was necessary to keep abreast of rapid developments. — Bernama.

KUALA LUMPUR: The Communications and Multimedia Ministry is currently reviewing the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA) to include penalties against organisations whose systems are breached and customer data leaked.

“I understand your question and we will also be looking at those who are in possession of data that is breached and for action to be taken against them, ” said Minister Gobind Singh Deo.

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