MCMC confirms several domains have been compromised

MCMC has been in contact with MYNIC and so far, preliminary investigations have shown that the compromise was restricted to websites registered under the domain name '.com.my'.

MCMC was also informed that some well-known sites have been affected.

"This intrusion raises concern but, fortunately, initial steps were swiftly taken to address the suspected intrusion. For now, service to most of the compromised domains has been restored and is already running as per normal," said MCMC Chairman, Dato' Mohamed Sharil Tarmizi.

He also confirmed that MCMC and the Police have set up a team to investigate the incident.

About the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC)

MCMC is a statutory body established under the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission Act 1998 (MCMCA) which implements and promotes the Government's national policy objectives for the communications and multimedia sector.

MCMC regulates and promotes the development of the communications and multimedia industry which includes telecommunications, broadcasting, and online activities, postal services and digital certification.

The Communication and Multimedia Act provides that MCMC undertakes a policy implementation role, while policy decision-making is vested with the Minister. The Minister may also give policy directions to the Commission.

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SOURCE: Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC)

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