This section deals with messing with the original code of a computer program or system. If someone hides, destroys, or changes the code that's supposed to be kept according to the law, they can be punished. This is like changing the instructions of a computer.
Imprisonment up to 3 years and a fine up to ₹5 lakh.
A, a disgruntled employee, deletes important source code from his company's server to cause disruption. A is violating Section 65.
- •You have the right to report if someone tampers with computer source code that affects you.
- •You can seek legal help if your computer systems are affected by such tampering.
📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library
⚖️ Content reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate, with 31 years of legal practice
📚 Act Reference: Information Technology Act
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