😣 Hong Kong Legislative Council Passes the “Critical Infrastructure Protection Bill” – Effective Next Year
- 2025-05-09 -
😣 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]
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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 find this useful, don’t forget to give a 👍like, 🗨️leave a comment, and ⤴️share it with your colleagues or friends!
We also offer the following services. If you or your colleagues need assistance, feel free to reach out to us!
📱Quickly WhatsApp us at https://wa.me/85259602862! or
📧Email us at enquiry@thinking.com.hk
🔗To learn more, feel free to visit our website: https://thinking.com.hk/
#Network #Infrastructure #Monitoring #Computer #Management #Maintenance #Products #Information #Hosting #Servers #Enterprise IT Upgrade #Data Security #Efficient Operations #Antivirus Software #Computer Virus #Cybersecurity #Data Backup
