Description

Implemented Cyber Security Act 2024 including cybersecurity governance framework

On 26 August 2024, the Cyber Security Act 2024 entered into force. The Act outlines specific aspects and responsibilities related to cyber security in Malaysia and establishes the National Cyber Security Committee. The Committee will be responsible …

Scope

Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Data protection authority governance
Regulated Economic Activity
software provider: other software
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
legislature
Government Body
parliament

Complete timeline of this policy change

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2024-03-27
under deliberation

On 27 March 2024, the Malaysian House of Representatives passed the Cyber Security Act 2024. The Ac…

2024-04-03
adopted

On 3 April 2024, the Malaysian Senate adopted the Cyber Security Act 2024. The Act outlines specifi…

2024-08-26
in force

On 26 August 2024, the Cyber Security Act 2024 entered into force. The Act outlines specific aspect…