Last Change:
08/18/2025
The Cyber Security Act, 2023
Year: 2023
Type: Domestic law
Rights Category: Liberty & security of person
Description
The Cyber Security Act of 2023 in Bangladesh is a legislative framework designed to enhance the nation's digital security infrastructure. This law aims to address cyber threats, protect critical information systems, and safeguard personal data. It includes provisions for the prevention, detection, investigation, and prosecution of cybercrimes, with an emphasis on protecting national security and public safety. The act also establishes guidelines for the use of digital technologies and imposes penalties for violations, ensuring a safer and more secure digital environment in Bangladesh.
Selected provisions
29. If any person publishes or disseminates defamatory information as described in section 499 of the Penal Code (Act No. XLV of 1860) on a website or in any other electronic format, then such act of such person shall be an offense and he shall be fined not more than 25 (twenty five) lakhs taka.