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PASIG CITY (PIA) --The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) clarified and assured the public that the eGov PH App is not hacked or compromised. In a statement on Monday, the department reassured the public that all personal information stored within the eGov platform remains secured, encrypted, and protected by strict cybersecurity protocols in line with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and internationally recognized standards. DICT said that it is aware of the reports circulating online regarding an alleged data breach involving the eGov PH platform, with claims that more than 30,000 complainant records were exposed. At this time, there is no evidence of a data breach within the eGov PH App, the statement reads. The DICT also assured that it remains steadfast in its mission to provide secure, reliable, and citizen-centric digital services. Safeguarding the privacy of Filipino citizens is our highest priority, and we will continue to strengthen our systems to prevent similar incidents in the future. The DICT further said that it will release updates as soon as more verified information becomes available as part of its commitment to transparency and data protection. (JEG/PIA-NCR)
