GK Question

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Which CERT-In direction mandates VPN service providers to maintain user logs for 180 days?

  1. Direction 12
  2. Direction 20
  3. Direction 44
  4. Direction 66

Answer: Direction 20

CERT-In Direction 20 (April 2022) requires service providers including VPNs to maintain logs of customer registration and usage for 180 days, report cyber incidents within 6 hours, and synchronize with NTP. Aimed at enhancing incident response and law enforcement capabilities. Important for cybersecurity compliance questions.

Topic Cyber Laws
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