Google, Apple Block Weak Digital Certificates Issued by Indian Firm eMudhra
Security researcher Wayne discovered that eight intermediate digital certificates issued by Indian firm eMudhra used extremely weak cryptographic keys, ranging from 3 to 8 bits, posing risks of website impersonation and data theft. Major tech companies including Google, Apple, and Mozilla responded swiftly by blocking the affected certificates and updating their systems to protect users. Experts warn that resolving this vulnerability may require extensive remediation, potentially surpassing the scale of the 2014 Heartbleed bug.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (56/100). Lens Score 51/100.
Outlets measured: timesnow, indiatoday. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indiatoday broke this story on 21 Oct, 03:18 am. Other outlets followed.