EC, MCMC take measures to protect website following reported cyber attack

EC chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun said a report on the incident had also been submitted to the relevant authorities as an initial measure to ensure the commission’s systems remain protected. — Bernama pic

First Published: Tuesday, 10 Nov 2026 11:53 AM MYT

MELAKA, Nov 10 — The Election Commission (EC) is working with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and other relevant parties to strengthen the security of its website following reports of a suspected cyber attack.

EC chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun said a report on the incident had also been submitted to the relevant authorities as an initial measure to ensure the commission’s systems remain protected.

“We have already worked with all relevant authorities to ensure that this does not happen again. Insya Allah,” God willing,” he told reporters.

He was met after inspecting the early voting process for the 16th Melaka State Election at Sekolah Menengah Kem Terendak in Sungai Udang today.

Ramlan said the EC would also issue an official statement on the matter soon.

“I have yet to receive a full report on the matter, but Insya Allah, the EC will issue an official statement soon.

“Let us all hope that the cyber attack does not affect our website, as it is very important to the smooth implementation of the election,” he said.

Earlier, an EC live broadcast on social media announced that the commission’s website was believed to be facing a cyber attack threat.

For the latest updates on the 16th Melaka State Election, visit https://election.bernama.com/pm/melaka/2026/. — Bernama