SEBON Orders Investigation After Data Center Attack Disrupts NEPSE
Summary
SEBON has ordered an investigation after a ransomware attack on Data Hub Pvt. Ltd.’s data center disrupted trading for 72 brokerage companies connected to NEPSE. The incident has raised concerns over the security of investor data and prompted a five-member inspection team to recommend preventive measures.
Key Points
- SEBON has directed authorities to investigate the attack on Data Hub Pvt. Ltd. and submit a report by Ashwin 12 (September 28).
- A five-member inspection team led by an executive director will inspect the technical problems that caused the trading closure.
- The reported ransomware attack affected systems linked to 72 brokerage firms and disrupted NEPSE trading operations.
- The incident has raised security concerns for data belonging to around 8 million investors worth more than 45 Kharba.
