What are the measures taken by the Health Ministry to avoid future CoWIN data breaches
Explain the measures taken by the Health Ministry to avoid data breaches in CoWIN.
- Implementation of multi-factor authentication to ensure that only authorized personnel have access to the CoWIN system.
- Introduction of firewall systems to control access to the CoWIN servers and prevent unauthorized access.
- Development of secure coding practices to ensure that the CoWIN system's code is safe and secure from hacking attempts.
- Implementation of regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing of the CoWIN system, including software, network, and infrastructure components. This helps identify any security loopholes and patch them to avoid any potential breaches.
- Constant monitoring and logging of the CoWIN system to detect any suspicious activities, and the introduction of mechanisms to alert the concerned authorities in case of any breaches.
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