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DNS Matters

Wong Wing Keong, Cybersecurity Principal Consultant, Wired Realm

11-Sep-24 12:00

DNS Matters

Recently, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) announced a plan to redirect all Domain Name System (DNS) traffic through local servers, intending to protect against harmful online content such as gambling, pornography, and scams.

However, the backlash from the public and various stakeholders began almost immediately after the announcement. This measure raised concerns that the move could lead to online censorship, cybersecurity risks, and DNS poisoning, and negatively impact Malaysia’s digital economy, limiting access to international DNS services like Google or Cloudflare, which users often prefer for speed and privacy.

In response to the backlash, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced the suspension of the DNS redirection plan, emphasising that public feedback and concerns of the industry should be considered before moving forward to ensure that the directive would not impede Internet freedom or economic growth.

Today, we discuss this further, exploring the potential implications for businesses, digital freedom, and future tech investments. We’ll discuss the technical and economic ramifications of such a move and explore the broader context of digital regulation in Malaysia with Wong Wing Keong, Cybersecurity Principal Consultant, at Wired Realm to shed light on how this situation reflects the delicate balance between cybersecurity and digital freedom in today’s connected world.

Produced by: Carol Wong

Presented by: Richard Bradbury


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