SINGAPORE — In a concerning incident, personal details of approximately 1,300 traffic offenders were leaked online, following a ransomware attack on the printing vendor Toppan Next Tech (TNT). According to a joint statement from the Singapore Police Force (SPF) and the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), this information was discovered published on 18 July 2024, although the breach is believed to have occurred earlier in April.
Details of the Leak
The leaked data includes names and addresses sourced from the Traffic Police’s records, which TNT received for the purpose of printing and mailing correspondence regarding traffic violations. Notably, the Traffic Police’s systems were not compromised in the attack, which primarily affected TNT’s security protocols.
Timeline of Events
- April 2024: TNT suffers a ransomware attack, affecting their security and data integrity.
- 6 April 2024: TNT reports the breach to the Personal Data Protection Commission.
- 18 July 2024: Data leak is discovered, with names and addresses published online.
- 24 July 2024: SPF and CSA confirm the details and advise affected individuals.
What’s Next?
SPF has committed to contacting those impacted by the leak as a priority. In the meantime, affected individuals are being urged to stay vigilant and monitor their personal accounts for any suspicious activities. The agencies recommend reporting any unusual activity to the police hotline, emphasising public safety first.
Community Alert!
As a precaution, anyone who feels they may have been affected should be especially cautious of phishing attempts or unsolicited communications. It’s essential to remain proactive in safeguarding personal information.