INTRODUCTION
“A week prior to the Election Day for the 15th General Election in 2022, a data breach has allegedly occurred in Malaysia with the leak of the personal data of more than 800,000 voters, up for sale for US$2,000. These details include the full names, identification numbers, email addresses, birth dates and home addresses.[1]”
“There has been a rise in data breaches in the past five years, peaking at 50 reported cases in 2022, a 44 per cent increase from 28 cases in 2021.[2]”
In the era of the cyberspace and digital technology, data privacy has become an increasingly vital issue for individuals, businesses, and governments alike. With the growing threat of cybercrime and the increasing dependence of technology in daily life, it is essential for everyone to be aware of their rights and take proactive measures to safeguard their personal information. In Malaysia, the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (“PDPA 2010”) regulates the processing of personal data in relation to commercial transactions.
DUTIES OF DATA USERS
The PDPA 2010 imposes obligations on the data users which requires them to comply with rules and regulations when collecting, storing, using or handling personal data.
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