Election systems manage sensitive data, including national identity numbers, biometric-linked voter records, phone numbers, and addresses of millions of citizens. “There is limited public disclosure about whether these systems underwent independent penetration testing or third-party security audits,” said an election technology expert. Cyber security expert Mohammad Shahadat Hossain stressed that technology alone is insufficient. “If election systems are perceived as opaque or insecure, even false claims of hacking or result manipulation become believable,” he said. Cyber security specialists consistently recommend multi-factor authentication, continuous system monitoring, mandatory staff training, independent audits, and 24/7 security operations centers.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 05, 2026 22:06 UTC