In 2022, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) handled over 1.39 million cybersecurity incidents, with the largest number being the mitigation of vulnerable services. However, there was a significant increase in phishing and malware attacks compared to 2021. The data highlights the increasing threat of cyber attacks in India, particularly in the form of website defacements, unauthorised network scanning, and malicious codes.
Major Incident Declared Amid WUTH Cyberattack Fallout
A significant cyberattack on Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH), part of the NHS Foundation Trust, has disrupted operations and led to postponed appointments and procedures.
