# MAHB Was Subject to Cyber Attack, Says Anwar

In a shocking revelation, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) recently fell victim to a sophisticated cyber attack. The incident, which occurred just one or two days ago, left the government and security experts scrambling to find solutions.

According to Anwar, the hackers demanded an astonishing US$10 million in exchange for not releasing sensitive information. However, instead of giving in to the criminals' demands, the government has decided to take a firm stance against cyber threats. "We discussed cyberattacks and hacking yesterday, and it was quite serious against MAHB in the past one or two days," Anwar said during the 218th Police Day celebration at the Police Training Centre (Pulapol) on Tuesday.

Anwar revealed that discussions were held to find solutions to resolve the issue, including addressing the hackers' demands. When asked if he had any comment on the situation, Anwar replied, "I was informed, and thankfully, since it's Ramadan, I didn’t even wait five seconds—I immediately answered no. This country will never be safe if its leadership and systems allow us to submit to the ultimatums of criminals or traitors, whether from inside or outside the country."

While Anwar refused to provide specific details about the cyber attack or whether it had been resolved, he acknowledged the risks of not allocating sufficient resources to combat such threats. "The incident proved the need for the country to allocate more resources to the police and Bank Negara, among others, to prepare for cyber threats," Anwar said.

In a show of determination, Anwar vowed to personally check prices of controlled items for Raya (Eid) celebrations at MAHB. This move demonstrates the government's commitment to ensuring that all aspects of national life are protected from cyber attacks.

As the nation grapples with the implications of this cyber attack, one thing is clear: the government is taking a strong stance against such threats and will not be intimidated by demands from hackers. With increased funding for cybersecurity measures on the horizon, Malaysians can rest assured that their country's digital infrastructure is being strengthened to withstand future attacks.

The question on everyone's mind now is: what happened at MAHB, and how did it happen? As the investigation continues, one thing is certain – the government will not be held hostage by cyber bullies.