😣 Hong Kong Legislative Council Passes the “Critical Infrastructure Protection Bill” – Effective Next Year The Legislative Council has recently passed the Critical Infrastructure (Computer Systems) Protection Bill in its third reading. The law is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, and violators—whether individuals or organizations—may face fines of up to HKD 5 million [1]. 😲 What is considered critical infrastructure under the new law? The bill identifies eight sectors that provide essential services in Hong Kong: Energy Information Technology Banking and Financial Services Land Transport Aviation Maritime Healthcare Communications and Broadcasting 🤔 If your organization falls under one of these sectors, what should you be aware of? 🔍 Implement Security Assessments Conduct regular cybersecurity assessments to ensure compliance with the latest standards and requirements. 📋 Develop Emergency Response Plans Create and test incident response plans to quickly address potential security incidents. 🤝 Collaborate with Professionals Consider working with cybersecurity consultants or professional firms to ensure best practices are followed and expert guidance is received. 😲 Key Cybersecurity Provisions in the Bill Include: Cybersecurity Assessments: Regular evaluations of critical infrastructure systems to identify potential cyber threats. Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems: Mandatory installation and maintenance of firewalls and IDS to prevent unauthorized access and attacks. Data Protection Measures: Implementation of data protection policies to ensure secure storage and transmission of sensitive information. Incident Response Plans: Organizations must establish and maintain plans to respond to cyberattacks and restore normal operations swiftly. 📚 Source: HK01 News Report on the Bill [1] 👍 If you found this helpful, don’t forget to like and share it with your colleagues or friends! 😎 Need help with compliance or cybersecurity services? Our professional team specializes in this field and is ready to assist you: 📱 WhatsApp us: https://wa.me/85259602862 📧 Email: enquiry@thinking.com.hk 🌐 Visit our website: https://thinking.com.hk Our Services Include: Microsoft cloud email solutions Hard drive degaussing Collaboration and document management Email filtering systems Automated file backup and system monitoring Technical Strengths: Our team holds Microsoft-certified expertise in security, mobile business solutions, document sharing, and network architecture integration. Our Philosophy: We believe in “Small Investment, Big Improvement” and are committed to delivering satisfying IT services and “Low Cost, High Return” solutions. Cybersecurity #Infrastructure #Monitoring #ITManagement #Maintenance #DataProtection #Firewall #CriticalInfrastructureProtection #CyberAssessment