Biggest Cyber Attacks in India 2024: Data Breaches & Hacks

In 2024, India faced an alarming surge in cyberattacks, with over 20 lakh incidents reported, marking a significant escalation in digital threats. Major breaches impacted critical sectors such as telecommunications, finance, and government. Notably, the BSNL data breach exposed sensitive user information, while the Hathway ISP breach compromised data of over 41 million customers. The WazirX crypto exchange suffered a $230 million loss due to a sophisticated hack, and the SPARSH portal breach raised serious concerns over the security of defense personnel data. These incidents underscore the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures and heightened awareness to protect India's digital infrastructure.