EC Tightens Website Security After Alleged Cyberattack

The Election Commission (EC) is strengthening security measures across its systems following claims that its website was targeted in a cyberattack on Tuesday. EC chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun said the commission had yet to receive a complete report on the alleged incident but would issue an official statement as soon as possible. He stressed that cybersecurity threats involving the commission’s systems must be taken seriously because its digital infrastructure plays an important role in the administration of elections.

Cyberattack: Protect Critical Election Systems

Ramlan said the commission was cooperating with relevant authorities to ensure its systems remained protected against unauthorised access. Preventive measures were also being implemented to reduce the risk of further security breaches and safeguard the agency’s operations.

He made the remarks after inspecting the early voting process at SMK Kem Terendak in Tangga Batu, Melaka, on Tuesday. His comments come as cybersecurity concerns draw greater attention, particularly over the reliability of digital platforms used by government agencies. However, the EC chairman cautioned that a complete account of the incident was not yet available. The commission’s promised statement is expected to provide further clarification on the reported attack and the steps being taken to address it.

The Election Commission is tightening its cybersecurity measures following claims that its website was targeted in an attack.

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