WBBPE launches new website after the cyber attack by unknown hackers

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], March 17: The West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) has launched a new website www.wbbpe.org.pl  after the hackers carried out a successful cyberattack on the government server which hosted its original website www.wbbpe.org  on Wednesday.

The defacement came to light when the board received several complaints from the students and parents regarding the webpage showing HTTP error 503.2 and service unavailable on March 15.

Dr. RC Bagchi, secretary, WBBPE said, “The WBBPE’s official government website has been hacked in a successful cyberattack by the hackers. Since March 15, students and parents were unable to access our official website due to the cyber attack. However, the government has launched a new website www.wbbpe.org.pl  to facilitate the students and parents for accessing vital information from the board.”

In 2020-21, India had a total of 11,58,208 cyber security incidents. According to a study from the Central Government, cyber security attacks grew to 12,13,784 by October 2021. In the last two years, about 87,050 cyber security incidents were directed at government organisations.

Data security is becoming increasingly important, particularly for governments that are more exposed to cyber-attacks. And, in the aftermath of the COVID-19 outbreak, security experts have warned that cyber-attacks will only become more prevalent.

Dr. Bagchi added, “We are seeking expert advice for securing our new official website from further cyber-attacks. Still, the hackers are anonymous and they may have stolen the important data.”

Related Posts

GeM-Digital-Governance: A National Shift Towards Transparent Procurement

New Delhi [India], May 19: In a reflection of the strong Union of India’s quest towards digital revolution, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article by Union Minister Piyush Goyal…

BJP to Initiate Tiranga Yatra 2025 to Emphasize Operation Sindoor Successes

New Delhi [India], May 12: As part of a nationwide campaign on a huge scale, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will commence the Tiranga Yatra 2025 between May 13 and…

You Missed

SEPC Ltd Announces ₹350 Crore Rights Issue; Bags ₹ 180 million Order from Bajaj Energy

  • May 20, 2025
SEPC Ltd Announces ₹350 Crore Rights Issue; Bags ₹ 180 million Order from Bajaj Energy

Arnifi Experiences Growth in Export-Related Inquiries from Indian Businesses

  • May 19, 2025
Arnifi Experiences Growth in Export-Related Inquiries from Indian Businesses

Nidarshana Gowani Shines at Cannes 2025 in Red Zari Look as Daughter Trishla Celebrates Indian Art

  • May 19, 2025
Nidarshana Gowani Shines at Cannes 2025 in Red Zari Look as Daughter Trishla Celebrates Indian Art

Design Zone Redefines Luxury Interiors with 24 Years of Excellence Led by Ar. Sanjay and Sangeeta Gediya

  • May 19, 2025
Design Zone Redefines Luxury Interiors with 24 Years of Excellence Led by Ar. Sanjay and Sangeeta Gediya

SEPC Ltd Announces INR 35 Crore Rights Issue; Bags INR 18 million Order from Bajaj Energy

  • May 19, 2025
SEPC Ltd Announces INR 35 Crore Rights Issue; Bags INR 18 million Order from Bajaj Energy

Casting Director Joe Returns to Marathi Cinema with “Aatli Batmee Phutli”

  • May 19, 2025
Casting Director Joe Returns to Marathi Cinema with “Aatli Batmee Phutli”