Malaysian Penal Code

There is no definite law relating to cyber terrorism in Malaysia however the Penal Code caters for the law under Chapter VIA, section 130B(2)(h) in which the provision describes terrorism as an act or threat of action within or beyond Malaysia, among others, “designed or intended to disrupt or  seriously interfere with, any computer systems or the provision of any services directly related to communications  infrastructure, banking or financial services, utilities, transportation or other essential infrastructure.”Although section 130B is mainly for offences relating to terrorism, the definition given under section 130B (2)(h) proves that the Penal Code can be used to counter cyber terrorism as well.

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