# Malaysia Orders ISPs to Redirect DNS Traffic for Enhanced Safety 🌐

**URL:** <https://onehack.st/t/malaysia-orders-isps-to-redirect-dns-traffic-for-enhanced-safety/290820>\
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**Created:** [September 7, 2024, 3:07pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/malaysia-orders-isps-to-redirect-dns-traffic-for-enhanced-safety/290820 "2024-09-07T15:07:21Z")\
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**Post date:** [September 7, 2024, 3:07pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/malaysia-orders-isps-to-redirect-dns-traffic-for-enhanced-safety/290820/1 "2024-09-07T15:07:21Z")

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Summary:

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1. **New DNS Traffic Directive**  
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has mandated that ISPs reroute DNS traffic from third-party servers to their own DNS servers. This move aims to enhance internet safety and protect users from malicious sites.

2. **Purpose and Benefits**  
The directive is intended to ensure users benefit from the safety features of local DNS servers and restrict access to potentially harmful websites. MCMC has previously blocked over 24,000 websites, including those related to gambling, pornography, and scams.

3. **Implementation Deadline**  
ISPs, businesses, and government entities must comply with the new DNS redirection requirements by September 30. This change is part of MCMC’s broader effort to safeguard internet users in Malaysia.

**Read more at:** [The Edge Malaysia](https://theedgemalaysia.com)