China Cracks Down on Personal Information Security Violations

Chinese Police Crack Down on Personal Information Security Violations

Chinese authorities have taken significant steps to combat personal information security violations, cracking more than 7,000 cases in 2024 alone. The Ministry of Public Security emphasized the importance of strict legal compliance in handling personal data and highlighted ten typical cases solved by police.

One case involved a criminal organization led by a suspect surnamed Liu who developed Trojan malware to steal data. The group targeted companies offering training services, implanting the malware in their computers to access client information. Police in Beijing's Haidian district arrested eight suspects and helped 17 companies remove the malware.

Another case involved a criminal organization led by a suspect surnamed Wang who used fake business licenses to trick jobseekers into sending resumes. These resumes were then sold to telecommunications fraud gangs. Police in Changchun, Jilin province, arrested 27 suspects and seized over 1,000 fake business licenses.

A separate case involved collusion between a criminal group and employees in the courier industry. The organization allegedly stole personal information from delivery orders and sold it. Police in Zhangye, Gansu province, arrested 18 suspects.

The Ministry of Public Security urged companies and individuals handling personal information to comply with the law and enhance security measures. They also advised the public to store and use their personal data carefully and report suspected leaks to authorities.