In a major data leak in Madhya Pradesh, the State Cyber Cell has reported that the email IDs and passwords of over 68 crore people have been leaked. The state cyber cell has further warned the people to change the password immediately to prevent a data breach. 

Authorities further said, quoted Jagran.com, “If your email account is hacked, it could also give hackers access to people’s social media accounts and digital wallets. To prevent this, all users should immediately change their email ID passwords.”

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Switch On Two-Factor Verification

The state cyber cell has also asked the people to turn on two-factor verification in their accounts, besides changing the password (alphanumeric preferred).  

How Will Two-Factor Verification Help Protect Your Account?

With two-factor verification enabled on your email ID, even if a hacker has your email ID password, they won't be able to access your account. The reason behind this is that after entering your ID password, an OTP will be sent to your mobile number for two-factor verification. This will alert you and prevent hackers from accessing your data. 

Two-factor verification also requires caution. If your mobile screen asks for email permission, be careful not to click the "Yes, it's me" option. If you do, all your information will be passed to the hacker.

If you accidentally click this option, change your password immediately. This will restore access to your email ID. The cyber cell also advised users to maintain separate passwords for all their websites and social media handles.

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UP Mandates Cyber Security Lessons In Schools

In a separate development, the Uttar Pradesh government has rolled out its most extensive cybersecurity campaign yet to enhance the digital safety of schoolchildren. Additional Chief Secretary (Basic and Secondary Education) Parth Sarathi Sen Sharma has directed all school inspectors to ensure the mandatory implementation of cybersecurity guidelines, training sessions, and awareness activities in every secondary school by December 15.

With increasing reliance on the internet, social media, smart classes, and ICT labs, the department has emphasised the need to educate students, teachers, and parents about safe online behaviour.


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