Malaysia Can Take Legal Action Against Overseas Cybercriminals Under New Cyber Crime Bill

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 – Malaysia will be able to take legal action against cybercriminals operating overseas if their crimes involve local computer systems or Malaysian victims. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the power is provided under Clause 2 of the Cyber Crime Bill 2026. This means foreign-based offenders could […]