The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) payment portal recently experienced a malicious attack, which impacted approximately 50 students, according to sources. The incident led to irregularities in fee displays on the portal, causing confusion among users.
Nature of the Attack
The malicious attack targeted the payment system, resulting in abnormal fee amounts being shown. In some cases, the payable amount fluctuated drastically from around Re 1 to nearly Rs 67,000-68,000. This erratic behavior raised concerns among students and parents attempting to complete their transactions.
Impact on Students
Sources confirmed that around 50 students were directly affected by this security breach. The affected individuals faced difficulties in ascertaining the correct fee amount, leading to potential payment errors and delays. CBSE officials have been alerted and are working to resolve the issue.
Response and Measures
CBSE has taken immediate steps to investigate the attack and secure the payment gateway. The board is coordinating with cybersecurity experts to prevent future incidents. Affected students are being contacted individually to rectify any payment discrepancies.
This incident highlights the growing need for robust cybersecurity measures in educational portals handling sensitive financial transactions. Students and parents are advised to verify fee details through official CBSE communication channels until the system is fully restored.
