Investigation Launched Following Data Leak at Department of Land Transport

According to a report by Prachachat Business on August 4, 2026, Siriphong Angkaskulkiat, Deputy Minister of Transport, has initiated an investigation into a security breach involving the Department of Land Transport (DLT). The incident involves the unauthorized exposure of vehicle registration details and personal information belonging to citizens.

Reports indicate that the leaked data includes information associated with high-end vehicles, including those linked to Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. Siriphong has confirmed that he is actively coordinating with the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) to conduct a thorough examination of the breach and determine the extent of the compromised data.

For residents and expatriates in Thailand, this incident highlights potential concerns regarding the security of personal information held by government agencies. While the investigation is ongoing, it remains to be confirmed how many individuals have been affected and what specific types of personal data were accessed by unauthorized parties. Authorities have not yet provided a timeline for the completion of the investigation or details on potential measures to secure the affected systems. Residents are advised to remain vigilant regarding potential phishing attempts or suspicious communications that may utilize leaked personal information.