Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of Malaysia revealed that a recent cyberattack on Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) led to hackers demanding a ransom of US$10 million. This incident, which has raised alarms regarding airport cybersecurity and traveler safety, prompted Anwar to take a strong stance against yielding to the demands of cyber criminals. He emphasized the importance of national security and resilience against criminal ultimatums, vowing to protect the integrity of the country's systems and leadership in the face of such threats.
When I was informed about this ... I did not wait five seconds. I said no. There is no way this country will be safe if its leaders and system allow us to bow to ultimatums by criminals and traitors, be it from inside or outside the country.
Anwar confirmed that Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB), which operates the country's airports, had been a victim of a 'heavy' cyberattack.
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