"Siriphong" and tags:[ visited the Department of Land Transport to follow up on the vehicle data leak case, confirming that the leaked data cannot be used for transactions and warning the public to beware of scammers impersonating officials. The tags:[
4 Aug 2026 GMT+7','tags:[ Mr. Siriphong Angkasukolkit, Deputy Minister of Transport, tags:[ visited Building 9 (Information Technology Center) of the Department of Land Transport to monitor progress on the vehicle data leak case found online. Present were tags:[ Mr. Cheep Nomsian, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Land Transport, tags:[ along with related executives, the ThaiCERT team from the National Cybersecurity Committee (NCSC), and officers from the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) or cyber police, who joined to report updates. tags:[
Initial fact-finding revealed traces and clues of wrongdoing. Investigations into the root cause are underway. The ThaiCERT team is now stationed at the Department of Land Transport to jointly collect data and conduct systematic digital forensic analysis, including tracing API systems and agencies linked to the data. tags:[
by tags:[ Mr. Siriphong Angkasukolkit, Deputy Minister of Transport, tags:[ stated he has issued key directives, instructing cyber police (TCSD) and ThaiCERT to investigate and punish the offenders. The Department of Land Transport has filed a legal complaint and is fully cooperating. He also ordered heightened cybersecurity system inspections with increased frequency and the rapid development of a prevention plan to report to the Minister. tags:[
The Department of Land Transport added that it currently links data with 63 agencies to facilitate and enhance public services. While the leaked information is genuine, it is only basic data that cannot be used for any transactions. They warn that those who further disseminate this data will face strict legal action. tags:[
The Department advises the public to be vigilant against scammers exploiting the situation by using vehicle details like registration numbers, brands, or owner names to gain trust and defraud money or solicit personal information. The Department confirms it does not call to request personal data, payment of fines or taxes, nor send links via SMS or Line for any transactions. If receiving calls or messages claiming to be officials, people should stay alert, avoid clicking links, downloading unknown apps, or making financial transactions as claimed. tags:[
The Department of Land Transport and relevant agencies will collaborate fully to investigate thoroughly and provide public assurance. For tips or further inquiries, contact the Department directly, provincial transport offices nationwide, or the 24-hour hotline 1584. tags:[
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