What is the CoWIN data leak case and who are the suspects held by the police

Discuss the latest news about the CoWIN data breach, and provide information about the perpetrators held by the police.
The CoWIN data leak case refers to the breach of personal information of individuals who registered for the COVID-19 vaccine on the Indian government's CoWIN portal. The breach allegedly occurred in June 2021, and the leaked data included names, phone numbers, and vaccination status. The latest news about the incident is that the Delhi Police's Cyber Crime Unit arrested four individuals in connection with the data leak. The suspects are believed to be part of a larger racket involved in the illegal sale and purchase of this personal information.
  • The Delhi Police arrested four people in connection with the CoWIN data leak case.
  • The arrested individuals were identified as an Indian hacker, two pharmacists, and a software engineer.
  • The suspects were accused of selling the leaked data to unauthorized third parties and were charged with computer-related offenses, cheating, and conspiracy.
  • The police seized laptops, mobile phones, and other digital devices for further investigation.
  • The investigation is still ongoing, and more arrests are expected to be made.
The CoWIN data leak case has raised concerns about the security of sensitive personal information and the need for data protection laws and stricter cybersecurity measures.
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