AI Summit Under Cyber Attack: India Activates G20-Grade Shield Amid Nationwide Alert

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News18•17-02-2026, 09:01
AI Summit Under Cyber Attack: India Activates G20-Grade Shield Amid Nationwide Alert
- •India AI Impact Summit 2026 faces severe cyber threats from foreign attackers, triggering a nationwide alert.
- •A G20-grade multi-layered cyber shield has been activated to protect the summit until February 20.
- •Threats include social media misuse, deepfakes, disinformation campaigns, and 'watering hole attacks' on government websites.
- •Cybercriminals are also preparing ransomware, DDoS attacks, session hijacking, and exploiting vulnerable routers.
- •The shield incorporates multi-factor authentication, real-time patching, and continuous vulnerability testing, leveraging G20 summit experience.
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