MINDEF Explores Establishing New MAF Service, Focuses on Cyber and Electromagnetic Domains MY ATM 27th March 20241st April 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 - The Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) is currently studying the suitability and necessity of establishing a fourth service under the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) specifically focusing on cyber defence and electromagnetic domains. Defence Minister, Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin, stated that the development of this fourth service
Malaysian Armed Forces Embrace Cyber Expertise: Recruiting Hackers to Strengthen Defence Technology 14th February 202415th February 2024 On 14th February, the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) revealed plans to enlist computer hackers as part of a strategic move to enhance the nation's defence capabilities. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin emphasized the focus on addressing non-traditional threats, including cyber security, digital threats, and electromagnetic defense. Nordin stated that
MAF Cyber Defence and Security Constantly Monitored Technology 13th January 202314th January 2023 MEDIA STATEMENT KUALA LUMPURJANUARY 13, 2023 (FRIDAY)(Released at 3.00 pm) Chief of Defence Force General Tan Sri Dato' Sri Hj. Affendi bin Buang RMAF explained that the security and cyber defence of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) are constantly monitored to ensure that all threats that try to disrupt the defence communication
Local Cryptographic ‘ADAM’ reduces MAF’s Dependence on Foreign Technology Technology 20th December 202221st December 2022 KUALA LUMPUR, 20 Dec -- The Armed Forces Dedicated Algorithm (ADAM) local cryptographic product (algorithm specific to security forces) successfully produced by a local company can reduce the dependence of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) on technologies from abroad. Air Force Chief Gen Tan Sri Mohd Asghar Khan Goriman Khan said
BSEP Receives Two Malaysia Cyber Security Awards at the Cyber Security & Threat Intelligence Special Symposium Technology 22nd October 202225th October 2022 Kuala Lumpur, 21 October 2022 - The Defence Cyber and Electromagnetic Division (BSEP) received two awards: Cyber Security Innovation (Product) of the Year and Cyber Security Project of the Year in conjunction with the organization of the Cyber Security and Threat Intelligence Special Symposium (National Defence Track) held on October
TELEKOM Expert Volunteers Conduct Exercise CAMAR MAYA 1/2022 Ops & Training 21st September 202222nd September 2022 KUALA LUMPUR, 19 Sep 22 - The training for TELEKOM Expert Volunteers from 56 RSPT (AW) carried out EX CAMAR MAYA Series 1/2022 was held for the first time from 18 to 24 Sep 22. The main objective of this specialist training is to expose all levels of TELEKOM Expert Volunteers
Defence Cyber Division to become New Malaysian Armed Forces Service MY ATM 16th September 202217th September 2022 The Defence Cyber and Electromagnetic Division (BSEP) which was established two years ago is set to become a new Service of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF). Chief of Defence Force Affendi Buang said the cyber-centric organisation would be responsible for handling war threats in the cyber and electromagnetic domain. He added that
Commanding Officer 99 Cyber Warfare Signal Regiment Change-of-Command Parade Parade & Ceremony 8th August 20227th October 2022 SUNGAI BESI, 8 August 22 - The change-of-command Parade of Commanding Officer of 99 Cyber Warfare Signal Regiment (99 RSPS) between Col. Mohd Shokri bin Hj Md Amin and Col. Dr. Adnan bin Ajis was witnessed by Chief Signal Officer, Brig Gen T. Azharan bin T. Putra. A total of
Former CDF Appointed As New Board Of Directors Chairman For CyberSecurity Malaysia Human Capital 2nd August 20222nd August 2022 KUALA LUMPUR, 1 August – Former Chief of Defence Force (CDF), General Tan Sri Dato’ Sri (Dr.) Haji Zulkifeli Bin Mohd Zin (Retired) was appointed as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors of CyberSecurity Malaysia effective 1 July. Communications and Multimedia Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa said Zulkifeli's appointment
MAF and MINDEF Strengthens Cyber Defence through CYDEX 2/22 Ops & Training Technology 2nd July 20223rd July 2022 KUALA LUMPUR, 2 July 2022 - The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) and the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF), through the Defence Intelligence Staff Division (DISD), continue to strengthen the defence to face cyber attacks through the conduct of Cyber Exercise, CYDEX Series 2/22 which was conducted for 10 days from