CyberSecurity Malaysia CEO Datuk Amirudin Abdul Wahab in a keynote speech at FIDO APAC Summit 2024 said that Malaysia is advocating to do away with passwords to enhance cybersecurity. Instead, passwordless methods such as biometric authentication, hardware tokens and 1-time passcodes offer robust alternatives that are harder to compromise.
Bernama quoted Amirudin as saying that by eliminating the reliance on traditional passwords, our country can enhance security while improving user experience. He added that as Malaysia continues to promote itself as a regional digital hub, the nation must adopt innovative security practices.
The CyberSecurity Malaysia CEO stressed that embracing passwordless authentication would strengthen Malaysia’s cybersecurity, in line with the nation’s vision of a more inclusive and accessible digital society. In addition, passwordless authentication reduces the burden on users to remember complex passwords and mitigates the risks associated with credential theft.
He asserted that embracing this method will safeguard Malaysia’s digital assets. Accordingly, it’ll also inspire confidence among investors, businesses, and the global community in our commitment to cybersecurity excellence.
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