Summit to Bring Together More Than 150 CISOs, CIOs, Government Officials and Cybersecurity Leaders to Explore Identity, Intelligence and Resilience
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 34th Edition Cyber Security Summit Malaysia 2026 will take place on 10 September 2026 at the InterContinental Kuala Lumpur, bringing together more than 150 senior cybersecurity leaders, CISOs, CIOs, government officials and technology decision-makers from across Malaysia's public and private sectors. Held under the theme "Cyber Security Reimagined: Identity, Intelligence & Resilience", the summit will provide a platform for industry leaders to discuss emerging threats, cybersecurity strategies, digital resilience and the technologies shaping Malaysia's evolving security landscape. The event is organised by Exito Media Concepts.
The summit comes at a time when organisations across Malaysia are navigating an increasingly complex cyber threat landscape driven by digital transformation, cloud adoption, expanding attack surfaces and evolving regulatory requirements. As enterprises accelerate their digital initiatives, cybersecurity leaders are increasingly focused on strengthening identity security, protecting critical data, improving threat intelligence and building resilient digital infrastructure.
Malaysia's digital economy continues to expand as organisations across financial services, retail, healthcare, government, IT, enterprise and other sectors adopt connected technologies and digital platforms. With cyber threats becoming more sophisticated, organisations are balancing innovation with data protection, regulatory compliance, identity management and operational resilience. This has made cybersecurity a strategic priority extending beyond traditional security functions and into enterprise-wide digital transformation.
The event comes at a time when identity has emerged as a critical component of enterprise security. Credential theft, multi-factor authentication bypasses and privilege escalation are creating new challenges for organisations operating across hybrid workforces, cloud platforms and increasingly distributed technology environments. As enterprises adopt Zero Trust architectures, cybersecurity leaders are also evaluating how identity and access management can be aligned with regulatory expectations and business requirements.
At the same time, artificial intelligence, cloud security, cyber resilience and emerging threats are reshaping how organisations approach cybersecurity. Security leaders are exploring ways to strengthen their defences through AI-driven security, Zero Trust frameworks, data protection, threat intelligence and resilient security architectures while preparing for an evolving regulatory environment.
The summit will provide an opportunity for senior executives, government representatives, cybersecurity experts and technology innovators to exchange insights, explore emerging solutions and discuss practical approaches to strengthening trust, resilience and secure digital transformation across Malaysia.
Event Overview
The 34th Edition Cyber Security Summit Malaysia 2026 is an invitation-only, in-person conference designed for senior cybersecurity, technology, risk, data and digital leaders from Malaysia's public and private sectors.
Running from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, the summit will feature expert-led presentations, strategic discussions, panel sessions, technology showcases and curated networking opportunities designed to encourage knowledge sharing and collaboration between cybersecurity leaders and technology providers.
The summit will focus on emerging cybersecurity challenges and practical strategies across areas including threat intelligence, data protection, regulatory developments, AI-driven security, cloud security, Zero Trust and cyber resilience.
Event Details
Date: 10 September 2026
Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm MYT
Venue: InterContinental Kuala Lumpur
Format: Invitation-only, in-person
Attendance: More than 150 senior cybersecurity leaders
Website: https://exito-e.com/cybersecuritysummit/malaysia/
Confirmed Speakers
The summit will feature cybersecurity, technology and government leaders from across Malaysia's public and private sectors, including:
- Major Ir. Ts. Dr. Surenthiran Krishnan, Staff Officer 2 Doctrine & Policy / AI Analyst, Malaysian Armed Forces
- Nuraishah Mokhtar, Senior Principal Assistant Director, National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA), Malaysia
- Serena See, Chief Information Officer, TGV Cinemas
- Stephanie Liew, Independent Director, Top Glove
- Mr. Girijesh Hanchate, Director of IT, Pacific Inter-link Sdn Bhd (PIL Group)
- Ts. James Lai, Chairman, Malaysia IoT Association
- Anwer Yusoff, Chief Information Security Officer, Sena Group of Companies
- Ewout Dhont, Team Lead Solution Engineering, Guardsquare
- Siva Ratanasingaram, Senior Sales Engineer, Sophos
- Elaine Ng, Regional Enterprise Manager GCR & SEA, Fastly
- Yoong Seng Lai, Solutions Architect, Southeast Asia & Korea, Veeam Software
Strategic Agenda: Key Discussion Themes
Zero Trust and Identity-First Security
Exploring why identity has become a primary attack surface, including the growing risks of credential theft, MFA bypass and privilege escalation, while examining how organisations can implement Zero Trust architectures across hybrid workforces, cloud platforms and co-location environments.
Strengthening Identity and Privileged Access Security
Examining approaches to managing identity and access across increasingly distributed technology environments, with a focus on privileged access governance and protecting high-value accounts and critical systems from both insider and external threats.
AI-Driven Security and Emerging Cyber Threats
Exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming cybersecurity, from threat detection and response to security operations, while examining the opportunities and risks presented by increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.
Cyber Resilience in an Increasingly Connected Enterprise
Understanding how organisations can strengthen resilience across digital infrastructure, cloud environments and critical systems by moving beyond traditional security approaches and preparing for evolving cyber risks.
Cloud Security and Secure Digital Transformation
Examining the security challenges associated with cloud adoption and digital transformation, while exploring strategies for protecting data, applications and infrastructure across modern enterprise environments.
Data Protection, Regulatory Compliance and Digital Trust
Exploring the evolving data protection and regulatory landscape in Malaysia and how organisations can align cybersecurity strategies with regulatory requirements while strengthening customer, employee and stakeholder trust.
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About Exito Media Concepts
Exito, meaning "success", is a B2B events and media organisation with more than 16 years of experience. Delivering B2B events across technology, digital transformation, cybersecurity, healthcare, manufacturing, financial services and other enterprise sectors, Exito creates platforms that encourage collaboration, support innovation and facilitate business engagement. The Cyber Security Summit forms part of Exito's global event series held across multiple international markets.
For more details, visit: https://exito-e.com/cybersecuritysummit/malaysia/
Media Contact
Prakruthi Nayaka
Media & PR Executive, Exito Media Concepts
Email: prakruthi.nayaka@exito-e.com
Phone: +91 9482440958
Website: https://exito-e.com/cybersecuritysummit/malaysia/
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Malaysia's Cybersecurity Leaders to Convene at the 34th Edition Cyber Security Summit Malaysia 2026
