LGMS Cyber Security Community

As smartphones become central to banking and daily life, scammers are finding increasingly sophisticated ways to bypass safeguards and seize control of the devices and the accounts within. LGMS Founder & Managing Director, Mr. Fong Choong Fook, highlighted that social engineering remains one of the biggest threats despite rising awareness. He advised users to maintain strong digital hygiene by not installing unknown or suspicious software and never clicking on links from strangers or unverified SMS messages. Additionally, he stated that scammers impersonating bank representatives, law enforcement officers, and government officials are now leveraging AI-generated voice and video to make their identities far more convincing. Dive in to know more: https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/08/10/dont-install-apps-under-pressure

When a critical cyber incident strikes, will your leadership know what to do, who decides, and what the Board must be told? Too many organisations discover threats too late and repeat the same response mistakes. Join us for the Cyber Defence Masterclass for Security Leaders, a 1-day executive masterclass grounded in 2 years of Australian Government-funded field research across Australian and Malaysian critical infrastructure. 1️⃣ Cohort 1: 24 Sept 2026 2️⃣ Cohort 2: 26 Nov 2026 📍 Location: Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur 💰 HRD Corp Claimable 🔗 Register now to secure your seat: https://bit.ly/4xvrOzq

Cyber security compliance is no longer something organisations can afford to overlook. As regulations continue to evolve, staying informed and taking proactive steps can help businesses strengthen their security posture and better prepare for emerging compliance requirements. We've put together 3 practical steps that every organisation should consider as part of its cyber security journey. 👉 Swipe through to learn more. Read full blog: https://bit.ly/4buAJZy

🚨 The recent cyberattack on the Flexi Parking platform is a timely reminder that cybersecurity cannot be treated as a one-time effort. As digital systems become more interconnected, a single weakness can have far-reaching consequences. As highlighted by Founder & Managing Director of LGMS - Mr. Fong Choong Fook in The Star, organisations need to move beyond reacting to incidents and focus on continuous prevention, monitoring and security assessments. Because cybersecurity isn’t just about responding when something goes wrong — it’s about building defences strong enough to prevent it from happening in the first place. 🛡 Read the full article: http://thestar.com.my/metro/metro-news/2026/07/30/need-for-sustained-defences-to-battle-threats

Malaysia’s Cyber Security Act 2024 (Act 854) has been in full effect for a while now—is your business truly compliant? With mandatory incident reporting, required annual risk assessments, and strict vendor licensing, compliance is no longer optional. Read our breakdown to understand key obligations and avoid penalties: https://bit.ly/4wwgump

🚨 The AI didn’t just pass the test... it hacked the system to get the answers. Here’s the wild story of how OpenAI’s models broke out of their isolated environment and chained together complex exploits just to win a benchmark. Swipe through to see step-by-step how it happened! ➡️

In 2024, Malaysian businesses lost RM1.58 billion across 35,368 reported cybercrime cases. With the amended PDPA now in force, organisations are expected to strengthen how they collect, manage, and protect personal data. But how do you know if your business is on the right track? We've rounded up 5 warning signs that could indicate gaps in your data protection practices. 👉 Swipe through the carousel to see if any of these red flags apply to your organisation. Want to learn more about the new PDPA requirements, mandatory Data Protection Officers (DPOs), and how to stay compliant? Read our latest blog: https://bit.ly/4pzO7kN