To prevent scenarios where critical information networks are snatched from authorities, the central government is organising a firstof-its kind event. Hackers would be invited to launch attacks on critical infrastructure such as Metro, airport, nuclear power plants, banking and transport networks. "If hackers are able to break into the network and take over, it would help us make our critical information networks stronger and keep away the real evil hackers." The importance of securing information networks is growing as authorities are getting deep into areas of e-governance to improve efficiency and transparency, officials said. The NCIIPC is also in talks with the IITs and other institutes to disseminate information on cyber threats and vulnerabilities.

Source: India Today November 14, 2017 21:33 UTC