adminALOR SETAR, Nov 9 (Bernama) — Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) is ready to provide cybersecurity expertise and consultancy services to help various parties address the growing threat of cyberattacks.
Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Ahmad Martadha Mohamed said the university had specialists in the field through its School of Computing and UUM Information Technology (UUMIT), as well as a Master’s in Cybersecurity programme introduced last year to develop more experts.
“Any party requiring assistance, advice or consultancy on cybersecurity issues can contact UUM, as we have lecturers who specialise in this field and can help the country address cyber threats,” he told a press conference here today.
He was responding to questions on UUM’s readiness to assist the country in addressing cyberattacks reported in several countries, including Malaysia.
On the university’s own cybersecurity measures, Ahmad Martadha said UUM had instructed UUMIT to assess and strengthen the protection of its websites and databases against intrusions, including through the use of high-quality firewall systems.
“UUM has also restricted access from overseas to certain websites and systems following a cyberattack detected at the university this month. However, such restrictions must take into account the needs of international students,” he said.
He added that international students experiencing difficulties accessing the university’s online services could contact UUM for assistance.
— BERNAMA
