The crime of cyber genocide, as an emerging form of targeted violence in the digital sphere, poses significant challenges to the realm of human rights and to traditional frameworks of international law. In this model, physical annihilation is replaced by the systematic use of communication and information technologies to erode the security, identity, and existence of specific groups. Acts such as hate propagation, perception manipulation operations, attacks on critical infrastructure, and distortion of digital identity constitute the core mechanisms of this process. The transboundary nature of cyberspace and the rapid flow of information further intensify the complexity and scope of these threats, limiting the effectiveness of conventional legal responses. Employing a descriptive–analytical and qualitative approach, this study redefines the concept of cyber genocide and proposes an appropriate legal framework adapted to digital conditions. Furthermore, by examining Malaysia’s legal system and statutes such as the Computer Crimes Act 1997 and the Sedition Act 1948, the research assesses the extent to which these laws can address advanced manifestations of this phenomenon. Findings indicate that the absence of a clear definition, reliance on traditional models of physical crimes, difficulties in identifying and attributing responsibility in the anonymous cyber environment, and limited international judicial cooperation are the main obstacles to effective enforcement against such crimes. Ultimately, the study emphasizes the necessity of revising legal foundations, expanding technological cooperation among states, establishing independent monitoring institutions, and enhancing digital literacy to develop a unified and sustainable global response.