The Department of Provincial Administration confirms that personal data widely circulating on social media did not leak from the main civil registry database through hacking. The department has filed a complaint to track down those responsible for releasing the data and warns that sharing false information violates the Computer Crime Act, risking up to 5 years in prison.
On 5 Aug 2026 GMT+7, reporters reported that the Registration Administration Office of the Department of Provincial Administration, Ministry of Interior, issued a statement addressing the social media reports about personal data leaks. The department confirmed that the data did not leak from the main civil registry system database. Regarding images of individuals’ faces shared on social media, the department is collaborating with the National Cybersecurity Agency and the Personal Data Protection Committee to conduct an in-depth investigation. Representatives have filed complaints with the Technology Crime Suppression Division police to pursue legal action against those responsible.
The Department of Provincial Administration confirmed it has continuously enhanced security measures for the database system and implemented the ThaID system for identity verification, which is recognized as an advanced security system. Concurrently, the department...
The Ministry of Interior warns the public that spreading false or illegal information via social media may violate the Computer Crime Act B.E. 2550 (2007) and its amendments, specifically Section 14, which covers inputting false or distorted data, including information affecting national security, the economy, or causing public panic. Violators face up to 5 years imprisonment, fines up to 100,000 baht, or both.