CERT-In, India's Computer Emergency Response Team, plays a pivotal role in safeguarding India's cyberspace.
Key functions include incident response, issuing threat alerts, conducting security drills, collaboration with global entities, and promoting public awareness of cybersecurity best practices.
Noteworthy initiatives include Cyber Swachhta Kendra, Mandatory Reporting Rule (2022), and CII Guidelines for critical sectors.
Challenges faced by CERT-In include evolving cyber threats, lack of skilled professionals, and the necessity for improved stakeholder coordination.
CERT-In collaborates with international cybersecurity agencies and partners in various countries to enhance threat intelligence sharing and cybersecurity practices.
The organization's efforts focus on monitoring, collaboration, and awareness to bolster India's cyber resilience in the face of growing cyber threats.