The Purpose of this Act is to operate critical information and communications infrastructure in a stable manner by formultaing and implementing measures concerning the protection of sunch infrastructure, in preparation for intrusion by elctronic means, thereby contributing to the safety of the nation and the stability of the life of people. In order to fulfill the purpose of the Act, it:
- Establishes the Committee for Protection of Information and Communications Infrastructure to deliberate on matters concerning the protection of critical information and communications infrastructure designated under Article 8 of the Act;
- Provides a provision for designation of critical information and communications infrastructure and analysis of vulnerabilities thereof;
- Provides a framework for response to intrusion incidents;
- Mandates the Government to support the developmrent of technology necessary for protecting information and communications infrastructure in collaboration with research institutes and private organizations;
- Provides penalty provisions including imprisonment (in some cases) for any person in violation of Artiles 12, 27 and 11of the Act.