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USA Bans Import of New Consumer Routers Over Security Concerns

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Key Points
  • The FCC has banned import of all new consumer routers to the U.S.
  • Foreign routers are considered a national security risk due to involvement in cyberattacks.
  • The ban targets routers manufactured outside the U.S. for consumer use.

S. S. from being purchased and sold in the country.

S. national security,' with foreign routers reportedly involved in several extensive cyberattacks targeting critical American infrastructure. The ban applies to routers for consumer use, and it is part of efforts to address security vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure.

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