New Delhi: In an effort to bolster cybersecurity measures and thwart cyberattacks, the Indian government has introduced the 'Cyber Swachhta Kendra' (Botnet Cleaning and Malware Analysis Centre). This initiative, spearheaded by the Union Ministry of Electronics & IT, forms an integral part of the Government of India's Digital India campaign. Its primary objectives are to identify botnet infections within India, alert users to these threats, facilitate malware removal, and secure end-users' systems to prevent future infections.
Operated by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), this center collaborates closely with Internet service providers and industry stakeholders. Its mission revolves around raising public awareness about botnets and malware infections, along with educating citizens on how to safeguard their devices.
How to Remove Malware? The rapid expansion of digitalization, broadband access, and mobile internet, while offering numerous advantages to users, also brings with it the challenge of an escalating number of cybercrimes. If individuals suspect their systems have been compromised by malware, they should follow the steps outlined below. The government recommends visiting antivirus companies' websites for access to Free Bot Removal Tools as part of this initiative.
Free Bot Removal Tools for Microsoft Windows: Users can choose from the following Bot Removal Tools for their Microsoft Windows-based devices.
The government has granted authorization to eScan Antivirus, an antivirus company, for bot removal.
K7 Security, another reputable antivirus company, has received approval from the government to be used as a free bot removal tool for Microsoft Windows.
Additionally, Quick Heal is another antivirus solution recommended by authorities for free bot removal.
Free Bot Removal Tools for Android: eScan Antivirus (eScanAV) offers a Smartphone Safety Toolkit designed to eliminate bots from devices running Android software.
Another government-endorsed option is M-Kavach 2, a free Mobile Security Application developed by C-DAC Hyderabad.
Combatting Cybercrimes:
The 'National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal' (www.cybercrime.gov.in) empowers citizens to report various types of cybercrimes, with a particular focus on cybercrimes involving women and children. To expedite the reporting of financial frauds, the government has also introduced the 'Citizen Financial Cyber Fraud Reporting and Management System.' Furthermore, a toll-free Helpline number '1930' is available to assist individuals in filing online cyber complaints.
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