Law enforcement of cyber terrorism crimes in strengthening national data security from the perspective of Indonesianpositive law

• Karina Frity Rahmasari ^[1] ; Al Pink Saputra Napitupulu ^[1] ; Anida Nadyana Novauzyah ^[1] ; Sahat Maruli Tua Situmeang ^[1]
  1. [1] Fakultas Hukum Universitas Komputer Indonesia
• Localización: Sortuz: Oñati Journal of Emergent Socio-legal Studies, ISSN-e 1988-0847, Vol. 16, Nº. 1, 2026, págs. 5-24
• Idioma: inglés
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  • Cyberterrorism constitutes an advanced and rapidly evolving form of transnational crime that exploits information and communication technologies to compromise national data security, disrupt digital infrastructures, and endanger public welfare. This study examines the adequacy of Indonesian positive law in responding to cyberterrorism, especially its implications for vital sectors such as transportation, energy, finance, and public services, all of which rely heavily on interconnected digital systems and are increasingly vulnerable to extensive operational failures. Using a descriptive-analytical method grounded in a normative legal approach, the research reviews statutory regulations to identify weaknesses within the current legal framework. The findings indicate that Indonesia lacks specific legislation governing cyberterrorism, creating legal uncertainty, evidentiary challenges, jurisdictional conflicts, and difficulties in attributing liability to anonymous perpetrators. Existing laws—including the ITE Law, Anti-Terrorism Law, and the Cybersecurity and Resilience Bill—remain fragmented. Strengthening Indonesia’s legal architecture through specialized legislation and improved institutional coordination is therefore essential