Two days back there was an alarming report that millions of sensitive personal records were exposed due to a security vulnerability by @CSCegov_. We sprung into action and wrote to the IT Ministry. 1/5
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The report published by the website, “vpnMentor” a website that provided for on-boarding services for BHIM (a UPI payment app) contained a security vulnerability. Records made vulnerable included Aadhaar documents and caste certificates. 2/5
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The vulnerability had impacted the data breach of more than 7 million records impacting those from semi-urban and rural backgrounds. Leaving them vulnerable to identity theft, fraud and viral attacks. Meanwhile digital frauds are on the rise. 3/5
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While there have been blanket denials by CSCegov_, we have recommended the following actions: 4/5
✅ Admission and remedy by CSC
✅ Better response times by CERT-In
✅ Breach notifications to affected persons
✅ Safeguarding and promoting security researchers
IFF works to not only protect your privacy but also cyber security. You can help our work by funding it. This month we are running a membership drive. Donate today! 5/5 #WeNeed50
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