Cyber ​​Security Law Passed by the Turkish Grand National Assembly: A New Era Begins for Türkiye's Data Security

Cyber ​​Security Law passed by the Turkish Grand National Assembly
The Cyber ​​Security Law, prepared to strengthen Türkiye's data security, was accepted by the Turkish Grand National Assembly and became law. The law covers all public and private sector organizations operating in the digital environment. The law implements regulations that will create Türkiye's national power in the cyber world and combat external threats.
 
 
The Role of the Cyber ​​Security Board and its Presidency
The Cyber ​​Security Presidency was established with the law, and the presidency's powers were clarified. The Cyber ​​Security Board will also be responsible for determining strategies and policies to strengthen Türkiye's cyber security. The presidency will also conduct risk analyses for critical infrastructures and take protective measures against cyber attacks.
 
Local and National Products Will Be Preferred
The use of domestic and national products will be prioritized for cybersecurity measures. Public institutions and private sector companies will monitor all digital processes in line with their cybersecurity strategies.
 
New Obligations and Penalties
Cybersecurity obligations cover all companies operating in the digital environment. With the law, companies that do not comply with cybersecurity measures will be fined up to 10 million TL. In addition, those who carry out cyberattacks will be sentenced to up to 15 years in prison. Those who share false data leaks will be sentenced to up to 5 years in prison.
 
Cyber ​​Incident Response Team (CIR)
SOME will be established to rapidly respond to cybersecurity crises. This team will work to detect cyberattacks and mitigate their effects. In addition, international cybersecurity collaborations will be established.
 
Supervisory Powers of the Cyber ​​Security Presidency
The Cyber ​​Security Presidency will determine the standards in this area by inspecting all software and services in the field of cyber security. It will also detect possible cyber crimes by examining log records in information systems.
 
The New Responsibilities of Digital Companies
The cybersecurity law increases the responsibilities of companies operating in the digital field. Companies will be required to immediately report any security vulnerabilities they detect and will be obliged to take all cybersecurity measures.
 
 
 
Source: CUMHA - CUMHURS NEWS AGENCY