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CBFC Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Film Certification Records

CBFC Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Film Certification Records

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ThreatCluster •October 25, 2026 at 11:12 UTC
  • •Over 500 film certification records were exposed in a CBFC data breach.
  • •Sensitive documents included scripts and distribution agreements with financial details.
  • •The breach originated from the e-Cinepramaan portal and was accessible online for days.

A data breach at the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has exposed certification records for over 500 films, including sensitive documents like scripts and distribution agreements. The breach reportedly originated from the e-Cinepramaan portal, which filmmakers use to submit their applications for certification. The leaked documents were accessible online for several days and included commercially sensitive information, such as licensing fees and contractual obligations. Although the CBFC is investigating the breach, they have not confirmed the extent of unauthorized access. The Internet Archive, where the documents were found, has taken down the account responsible for the uploads and notified cybercrime authorities. The exposed records date from December 2025 to August 2026, but no individual filmmaker's account appears to have been compromised. The CBFC is conducting a security audit of the portal in response to the incident.

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Timeline

2026-10-12
Leaked documents taken down
Documents submitted to CBFC were removed from the Internet Archive after being accessible for days.
The Hindu
2026-10-25
CBFC confirms data breach
CBFC acknowledged the breach and stated they are investigating the unauthorized access to their e-Cinepramaan portal.
Indiatoday.In

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What information was exposed?
The breach exposed certification records, including scripts, cut orders, and distribution agreements for over 500 films.
How did the breach occur?
The breach reportedly originated from the e-Cinepramaan portal used by filmmakers to submit certification applications.
What is CBFC doing in response?
CBFC is conducting a security audit of the portal and investigating the unauthorized access.