DICT proposes cyberlaw changes, upgrades systems against evolving scams

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is proposing changes to the cybercrime law and upgrading its systems to better address evolving scam tactics.

During a press briefing at Malacañang on Tuesday, DICT Secretary Ivan John Uy noted that despite SIM Card Registration efforts, scammers have adapted their methods, including using new techniques like 'drive-by hacking'.

Uy emphasized the need for updated legislation similar to laws in other countries addressing online harm and announced plans to acquire new systems and equipment.

The DICT is also enhancing its ground operations while working with Congress to amend the cybercrime law and make it more comprehensive, as well as deploying assets to locate and intercept scammers.

Scammers now operate in smaller, mobile teams using 'man-in-the-middle' attacks through fake cell sites, making traditional methods less effective.