The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has taken notice of media reports on the alleged availability of subscriber data online. PTA clarifies it does not hold or manage subscriber data, which remains solely with licensed operators.
Initial review shows the reported datasets include family details, travel records, vehicle registrations, and CNIC copies, indicating aggregation from multiple external sources, not telecom operators. PTA’s audits have found no breaches within the licensed sector.
In its ongoing crackdown on unlawful content, PTA has blocked 1,372 sites, apps, and social media pages involved in selling or sharing personal data. The Ministry of Interior has formed an inquiry committee that is probing into the matter.
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