20-12-2024, 05:11 PM
NRIC exposure: Government shrugs, Singaporeans left to pick up the pieces
The government’s response to the exposure of unmasked NRIC numbers was underwhelming, advising Singaporeans to “just change” their login data if they are using their NRIC numbers, while downplaying real risks like scams and identity theft. Shifting the burden to citizens without offering systemic solutions leaves many questioning accountability and trust in data protection.
https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2024/12...he-pieces/
The government’s response to the exposure of unmasked NRIC numbers was underwhelming, advising Singaporeans to “just change” their login data if they are using their NRIC numbers, while downplaying real risks like scams and identity theft. Shifting the burden to citizens without offering systemic solutions leaves many questioning accountability and trust in data protection.
https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2024/12...he-pieces/