Telekom Malaysia (“TM” or “the Group”) has been made aware of a data breach (specific to contact information only) on 28 December involving a limited amount of Unifi Mobile customers’ information.
After investigations, TM has found 250,248 Unifi Mobile customers to be affected in this data breach, constituting both individual customers as well as SMEs. The type of data that was breached involved customer names, phone numbers and emails. No other information was breached.
TM confirms that the breach has been contained and have taken steps to minimise the potential impact to these 250,248 customers. The specific customers affected have been notified. Customers who have not received any notification are not impacted. TM has also reported this matter to the relevant authorities (National Cyber Coordination & Command Centre (NC4); Department of Privacy & Data Protection (JPDP); and the Malaysian Communications & Multimedia Commission (MCMC)).
While additional security measures have been put in place to isolate the risk and protect our customers, we wish to inform that our customers did not experience any service disruptions in this incident.
TM is closely monitoring the situation and is conducting additional assessments. We advise customers to take extra precautions when receiving communications from unknown parties, as well as to secure their online information at all times.
The privacy and security of TM’s customers remain our highest priority and we take such matters seriously. We will continue to strengthen and ensure our data security framework, policies, systems and processes are continuously benchmarked against Bank Negara Malaysia's Risk Management in Technology (RMiT) standard and ISO27001, as well as other global standards to prevent such occurrences.
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TMpoint outlets and key partner stores are open for service applications and essential transactions subject to government and local authority regulations. Our service installation and restoration activities remain available for customers with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in place to ensure the safety of both TM personnel and its customers. Commenting on TM's preparedness to serve the nation during the FMCO, Shanti Jusnita Johari, Chief Marketing Officer, TM said, "As the nation's essential service provider and the enabler of Digital Malaysia, we understand the importance of getting connected as more people are working from home, participating in online learning, conducting business via online and keeping the family entertained while staying safely at home. Therefore, we are committed to ensuring all our customer support services remain in operation and taking proactive measures to monitor our network to provide uninterrupted best internet experience for homes and businesses." "As more users are at home during this period and utilisation is expected to increase, customers may need extended support to optimise their WiFi setup at home. unifi customers can book Wi-Fi optimisation services from the unifi Elite team to further enhance their internet experience at home. The first 100 slots are now complimentary and interested unifi home broadband customers can book the slot by completing the online form at unifi.com.my/bookunifielite. Existing unifi customers can also access the self-serve channels at both unifi Community and EasyFix portal which provide customers with tips and guides to tackle their usage experience issues quickly." "Our contact center remains open, primarily for assurance support. Due to the higher volume of interactions during this period, customers are encouraged to utilise our digital channels which are available 24/7 for account-related enquiries, management and payment," added Shanti. unifi currently offers #unifiyourworld that comes with up to RM200/month savings and unifi Mobile 99 is now priced at RM59/month with no contract for existing unifi customers. For business customers, they can sign up for unifi's business packages which now come with high-performance Mesh Wi-Fi and business solutions. Updates on Latest Developments of All TM Customer Service Operations during the FMCO period Digital Channels For more information, query, customer service, subscription and any support related needs, please visit www.unifi.com.my. Customers can also reach out to unifi via our digital channels as follows: myunifi app (available for Android and iOS) unifi portal – unifi.com.my unifi online community forum at community.unifi.com.my Email – help@tm.com.my Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/weareunifi/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/helpmeunifi. TMpoint All TMpoint outlets nationwide (except in Sarawak) are open following the allowed operating hours by the National Security Council and local authority regulations. Only essential transactions are available which include new service applications, payments at kiosks and collection of SIM cards. TM Contact Centres at 100, Live Chat, Social Media and e-mail Operations Hours: 7.00 a.m. to 9.00 p.m. and 24/7 for Live Chat Installations and Restorations All installation and restoration activities at customers' premises will continue with the customer's consent and verification of their household status via MySejahtera app. However, the services are not available in Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) Locality and Home Surveillance Order (HSO) zones. Payment Channels All TM Payment Kiosks at TMpoint outlets are in operation. Alternative cash payment channels are at 7-Eleven, MyNews, Speedmart 99, KK Mart, MyNews and Petronas. Alternative digital payment channels via Autopay, unifi self-care portal at unifi.com.my, myunifi app, online payment channels from any of your preferred bank via JomPAY with TM's biller codes (8888 for unifi Home, 2345 for Streamyx & Voice and 3608 for unifi Mobile) and via e-Wallet (Boost app). TM would like to wish all its customers and stakeholders a safe and healthy stay at home under the FMCO and to remind them to continue to take precautionary measures such as social distancing and good personal hygiene to curb the spread of the virus. The Company will continually monitor for developments on the ongoing situation and adapt its services to help customers, whenever needed as the safety of its employees and members of the public are of paramount importance to us.

TM and Cybersecurity Malaysia join forces to strengthen national cyberspace resilience
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The event was also graced by the presence of YB Dato' Saifuddin Abdullah, Minister of Communications and Multimedia Malaysia. Commenting on key aspects of the memorandum, Tan Sri Dato' Seri Mohd Bakke Salleh noted: "We are honoured to collaborate with CyberSecurity Malaysia in this strategic initiative, which is aimed at elevating the nation's cybersecurity network and ecosystem and strengthening Malaysia's self-reliance in cyberspace. It is vital for the adoption of cybersecurity to be in tandem with the pace of transformation in order to secure our digital economy. Being a strategic partner, it is our pleasure to lend our expertise not just for this initiative but in Malaysia's mission to enhance its cybersecurity capabilities. This collaboration will enable both parties to enhance the ability of the public and business sectors to fend off cyberattacks that can come from all corners of the world and make cybersecurity a key thrust towards a sustainable digital economy, digital government and digital society. TM as the enabler of Digital Malaysia, is here to bridge the need for cybersecurity in order to successfully use cloud services; and to enable organisations to focus on their transformation journey, securely and comfortably." Meanwhile, General Tan Sri Dato' Seri Panglima Mohd Azumi Mohamed (Retired) said, "As a cybersecurity specialist and technical agency, CyberSecurity Malaysia is strongly committed to ensure the e-Security aspects of the country and will continue to identify areas that could endanger national security and the well-being of the people. The main focus is to strengthen capacity through monitoring and providing effective response towards cyber threats and attacks to avoid major impact. With the signing of this strategic partnership, the principles and mechanisms of collaboration will enable both entities to merge and benefit from each other's technology and expertise, thus enabling both organisations to act as commercial strategic partners locally and internationally." The initiative between both parties includes the sharing of global best practices, leveraging each other's technical capabilities and is set to deliver optimal cybersecurity technology solutions to local enterprises and public sectors. TM's role encompasses offering end-to-end comprehensive cybersecurity solutions to both Malaysia and the world. This is delivered principally through CYDEC, which is a portfolio of active cyber defense capabilities, managed security products and services, powered by TM's Global Security Operations Center (GSOC). CYDEC is indeed paving the way for greater digital trust and cyber resilience in the digital era. These managed security services ensure access to real-time, continuous, predictive cybersecurity, quickly and without complexity, for added assurance and is well-positioned to secure and protect our nation's strategic Critical Network & Information Infrastructure (CNII). Another key aspect of this strategic collaboration is to explore the development of advanced security monitoring capabilities by tapping on TM ONE's extensive cloud infrastructure. Both parties will also endeavour to advance digital forensic capabilities and enhance incident response services. This will eventually feature cyber-outreach, a capability and capacity development programme, which will help to upscale the skillset and digital intelligence potential of Malaysia's public and private sector workforce. This MoC also signals the continued urgency of addressing the relentless surge of cyber threats impacting both the public and business sectors as a fundamental step to enabling a sustainable, safe and successful digital society. TM ONE CYDEC cybersecurity solution comprises four (4) key elements: Managed Security Service Provider – an end-to-end security solution and management in real-time through predictive protection on private or public networks Cybersecurity Subscription Service – a self-service Digital Risk Protection portal powered by a renowned global telecommunications player, Telefonica Digital Identity Services – provide authority certificates and digital signatures that comply with Malaysia's regulatory and legal systems Professional Services – offers holistic security consulting and assessment services on an organisation's cybersecurity strategy and landscape For further information on TM ONE CYDEC cybersecurity solution, visit www.tmone.com.my/solutions/cybersecurity-services and for more info on CyberSecurity Malaysia, visit www.cybersecurity.my.

TM’s All-In-One Digital Solutions With Geran Digital PMKS Madani To Accelerate MSME Digitalisation
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