CoWIN App Data Leak Claims: Minister Denies Direct Breach

Amidst concerns over a potential data breach in India’s CoWIN app, the Union Minister, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, has stated that the app or its database does not appear to have been directly breached. The CoWIN app has been widely used in India for scheduling COVID-19 vaccinations and managing vaccination certificates.

The clarification comes in response to recent claims of a data leak, where personal information of individuals registered on the CoWIN platform was allegedly being sold on the dark web. The Union Minister assured the public that the government is taking the matter seriously and investigating the claims.

According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, preliminary investigations suggest that the data leak may not have originated from a direct breach of the CoWIN app or its database. However, the government has initiated a thorough inquiry to determine the source and nature of the alleged data leak.

Data security and privacy have been significant concerns in the digital era, particularly in the healthcare sector where sensitive personal information is involved. As the COVID-19 vaccination drive continues, ensuring the protection of citizens’ data becomes paramount. Any breach or compromise in the CoWIN system could erode public trust and confidence in the vaccination process.

The CoWIN platform has been subject to rigorous security

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