CERT-In News

Zoom Security Issues: The US-based video conferencing app Zoom has classified this flaw as “Critical”, giving it a CVSS score of 9.9 out of 10, which makes it one of the most dangerous software vulnerabilities.  

CERT-In is strengthening India’s cyber defence through global collaborations, AI-driven threat response, and public–private partnerships.  

Sanchar Saathi App: The app has been designed to strengthen India’s cybersecurity without compromising privacy. Rising cyber threats have made safeguarding mobile users a pressing national concern.

For banks and NBFCs, AI becomes a board-level governance issue, demanding model risk management and fairness programmes.

CERT-In's mandatory annual cybersecurity audit for MSMEs, based on 15 Elemental Cyber Defense Controls, is simplified by Infodot's managed services.

Google Chrome And Mozilla Firefox Security Flaws: Since Chrome and Firefox are very popular in India, CERT-In has asked all users to update their browsers right away to stay safe from possible attacks. 

16 Billion Passwords Data Breach: In response to this massive data breach, the agency has advised individuals to update their passwords immediately, enable multi-factor authentication (MFA), and switch to passkeys wherever possible. 

Google Chrome Security Alert: With over 480 million Indians accessing the internet every day, even a minor flaw in a popular app like Chrome can have massive consequences. 

Cert-In has accessed high risk Multiple Vulnerabilities in Google Chrome for Desktop.

Cert-In has accessed high risk of data manipulation & service disruption for all end-user organizations and individuals using Zoom applications.

Google Chrome Security Alert: India's nodal cybersecurity agency has also mentioned that Chrome versions prior to 136.0.7103.113/.114 for Windows and Mac, and versions prior to 136.0.7103.113 for Linux are at risk.  

India Vs Pakistan Cyber Attack: Indian banks have strengthened their cybersecurity frameworks and reinforced security at branches near border regions, anticipating possible retaliatory actions. 

Public Wi-Fi networks often lack proper security, making them prime targets for hackers and scammers. 

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has warned about multiple security flaws in Google Chrome. 

CERT recommends that users of Android 12, 13, 14, and 15 update their devices to avoid any potential attacks.

Google Chrome Update: Google Chrome has released a new update: version 132.0.6834.110/111 for Windows and Mac, and 132.0.6834.110 for Linux. 

Apple products are susceptible to vulnerabilities which may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, bypass security restrictions, trigger denial of service (DoS) conditions, circumvent authentication and more. 

CERT-IN has highlighted the seriousness of these vulnerabilities and warned that attackers could exploit them by luring users to malicious websites.

Google Chrome users should be extremely cautious when clicking on suspicious emails or downloading files from untrustworthy links. 

The affected software includes Node.js versions prior to 18.20.4 (LTS), 20.15.1 (LTS), and 22.4.1 (Current).

CERT-In has joined hands with financial giant Mastercard to promote cooperation and information sharing in the area of cybersecurity related to the financial sector.  

CERT-In has identified a vulnerability in TP- Link Archer routers  with versions prior to C5400X(EU)_V1_1.1.7 Build 20240510.