After cyber-attack, AIIMS, Delhi ups security to protect its network

The computer facility department will be responsible for the security of the e-hospital network and will maintain the database of all the IT equipment accessing the same.

The order added that for open internet services requisitioned by user departments, the engineering services department will facilitate power point requirements and coordinate with MTNL service providers for laying of internet cable/wire, and also maintain the database.

The security of such open internet networks and their connected devices (anti-virus, strong passwords, responsible internet access, etc.) will be the responsibility of the respective user departments, the order said. They will maintain a database of all users and equipment allowed/authorised to connect to the open internet network.

According to the new arrangement, under no circumstances can a computer or device have a simultaneous (wired or wireless) connection with AIIMS LAN/intranet and open internet. All departments using the internet will have to ensure that no personal Wi-Fi routers are connected to AIIMS LAN /intranet and no unauthorised computer or end-point gadgets are connected to AIIMS LAN/intranet, the order added.