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FCC Bans Imports of Overseas Consumer Routers Due to Cybersecurity Threats

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a ban on new consumer routers made abroad, citing serious cybersecurity threats. The order, which came out on Monday, targets all consumer-grade devices produced overseas, but does not affect routers already in use or imported before now. The ban is a response to hacking groups backed by China, such as Volt Typhoon, Salt Typhoon, and Flax Typhoon, which have exploited router flaws to target U.S. networks. The FCC has not provided proof that American-made routers are safer, but Chairman Brendan Carr has stated that the agency will continue to work to protect U.S. cyberspace, infrastructure, and supply chains from these threats. The move highlights growing concerns over foreign tech in everyday devices and the need for stronger security as threats evolve.

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