Cyberattack Disrupts NCLT Virtual Hearings Twice in One Week

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in Mumbai has suspended virtual hearings after its system was breached twice within seven days. Hackers infiltrated the platform on December 12 and again on December 17 during a live session, broadcasting pornographic material. This security lapse has raised serious concerns about the safety of digital judicial platforms.

Following these breaches, the NCLT has mandated all lawyers and participants to attend hearings in person. While this measure aims to prevent further disruptions, it also underscores the growing vulnerabilities in the digital infrastructure supporting India’s judicial system.

Virtual court hearings, widely adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic, have been praised for their convenience and efficiency. However, these recent cyberattacks have exposed critical security flaws, highlighting the urgent need to strengthen cybersecurity measures within the judicial framework.

Cybersecurity experts and legal professionals have voiced concerns over the inadequate protection mechanisms in current virtual court systems. Weak security defenses make these platforms susceptible to hacking, which can disrupt proceedings, compromise sensitive information, and erode public trust in the jud

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