The future is here. The disruption we are experiencing in all sectors today is believed to be only in its initial phase. Data is the fuel that can create innovation.
In another way, the data also can cause the disruption. Data is our most important asset. It must be kept in a sturdy boat built with the best structural design and the best materials because each piece of data has economic value that can grow. However, potential losses can occur if the data is leaked.
Every week, we feel sad to hear the news of a data leak in this country. The latest one was the leak of population data on servers managed by four population and civil registry offices (Disdukcapil).
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The data was being sold on a hacker site. The personal data contains information on full names, population identification numbers, family card numbers, places and dates of birth, genders and addresses. The personal data can be misused for criminal offences.
In fact, it is suspected that the leaked data includes additional information such as e-mail addresses, including passwords. It\'s terrible when such data is stolen. Hopefully, the passwords are not used.
The competence of whoever holds the data in this country must be strengthened because data thieves have become smarter. However, data leaks can be prevented if it is comprehensively regulated in the Personal Data Protection Law (UU PDP), which still awaits approval from the Houses of Representatives,
Regulations on sanctions related to data leaks should be seriously prepared given the importance of the data. Unfortunately, discussion on the PDP bill has been suspended since April. On the other hand, personal data continues to leak. In many cases, personal data leaks occur in electronic system providers (PSE).
We are aware that there is a fundamental difference of opinion in the discussion of the PDP bill regarding the supervisory agency that will oversee the personal data management. Those who have different opinions must immediately find common ground. Differences of opinion shouldn\'t disrupt the discussion of other important issues in the bill.
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There are a number of proposals for discussion, such as the arrangement of PSE\'s responsibility and compensation for the owner of the leaked data. There should also be a commensurate fine in the event of a data leak. The fine is needed as it can encourage PSE to make more investments in order to be able to maintain the security of personal data.
The deliberation of the PDP bill should be resumed quickly. The bill is also worth to be discussed day and night until the hammer is hit to patch or prevent a more serious data leak. Don\'t let us lose our future because we neglect to protect our personal data.
This article was translated by Hendarsyah Tarmizi.
