Baidu's Commitment to User Privacy Amid Doxxing Outrage
Baidu Under Fire for Doxxing Scandal
Baidu, China's leading internet search and AI firm, is grappling with serious security concerns after the daughter of senior executive Xie Guangjun leaked personal information online. This poor decision, known as doxxing, has sparked an outcry and raised fears of financial losses for the company.
Company's Response and Zero Tolerance Policy
- Baidu declared a zero tolerance policy regarding user privacy breaches.
- In a briefing led by security chief Chen Yang, the company affirmed its commitment to stringent data anonymization.
- Xie Guangjun publicly apologized for his daughter’s actions on WeChat.
Despite assurances, Baidu's stock fell by 4% in response to the incident.
Wider Implications for Data Privacy in China
The incident is not isolated; on Tuesday, China's Ministry of Public Security announced the handling of over 7,000 personal data breach cases last year. Cyberbullying, a direct consequence of such practices, raises concerns about public trust and personal safety.
- Lawyer Chen Mingjie highlights the potential for criminal liabilities related to such breaches.
- Experts like Lao Dongyan call for more stringent controls on data collection to resolve these issues.
As Baidu strives to combat cybercrime through anti-doxxing initiatives and a dedicated fund, the road to restoring trust may be long and arduous.
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