Cert-mandates annual cybersecurity audit for companies operating in India

Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (Cert-In) has made it mandatory for private and public-sector organisations that own or operate digital systems, processes, or infrastructure, to undergo a comprehensive third-party cybersecurity audit at least once a year.   This is the first such directive for the private sector. The guidelines by Cert-In allow sectoral regulators to…

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Microsoft SharePoint Hacking Crisis: US Agencies Hit By Chinese-Linked Ransomware Attack

A cyber campaign that initially centered on exploiting Microsoft SharePoint vulnerabilities has reportedly taken a worrying turn, with ransomware now becoming a key component. The operation is thought to be carried out by a group known as “Storm-2603,” and has already affected at least 400 victims, a figure that may be significantly underestimated. Microsoft revealed…

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