CBSE has come under scrutiny after a hacker claimed that scanned Class 12 answer sheets were accessible through a security flaw in a digital evaluation platform.
The claim has raised concerns among students, parents and educators about the safety of academic records and personal information.
Hacker Raises Security Concerns
According to reports, a young cybersecurity researcher alleged that scanned answer sheets and question papers could be accessed online without proper authorization.
The researcher claimed that weaknesses in the system allowed files to be viewed or downloaded. As a result, questions have emerged about how student data is being protected.
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CBSE Responds
CBSE has responded to the allegations and stated that it is taking the matter seriously.
The board clarified that the issue was linked to a testing environment and not the main evaluation system. Officials also said there is no evidence that student marks were altered or that the live database was compromised.
In addition, CBSE has engaged cybersecurity experts to review the system and strengthen security measures.
Student Privacy in Focus
The incident has once again highlighted the importance of data protection in digital education systems.
Experts say answer sheets contain sensitive student information and should be protected with strong security controls. Therefore, any potential vulnerability must be addressed quickly.
Investigation Continues
Authorities are continuing to examine the claims and assess whether any data was exposed.
Meanwhile, CBSE has assured students and parents that steps are being taken to improve system security. The board has also emphasized that protecting academic records remains a top priority.
As the investigation moves forward, the controversy has placed CBSE data security at the center of a wider discussion about cybersecurity in India’s education sector.
