Union Government notifies Telecom Cybersecurity Rules

Key Features of the Telecom Cybersecurity Rules

• Reporting of Security Incidents:
  • Telecom entities must report security incidents to the central government within 6 hours of detection.
  • The report should include details of the affected system and a description of the incident.
• Appointment of Chief Telecommunication Security Officer (CTSO):
  • Telecom entities are required to appoint a CTSO responsible for managing and overseeing telecommunication cyber security measures.
• Data Disclosure Authority:
  • The central government or its authorised agencies are empowered to seek traffic data or other relevant information (excluding the content of messages) from telecom entities.
• IMEI Registration Requirements:
  • Manufacturers of devices with an International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number must register the IMEI number with the government before the first sale of the equipment in India.

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