While the focus on banning TikTok has intensified discussions surrounding Chinese influence in U.S. technology, another concern has emerged regarding the potential threats posed by certain consumer electronics.
Specifically, TP-Link, a leading brand of routers sold on Amazon, is facing scrutiny from regulatory bodies over security vulnerabilities that could jeopardize American infrastructure.
According to CNBC, Experts fear that these devices may be exploited by malicious actors to carry out attacks on critical systems or compromise sensitive information.
Last summer, Representatives Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and John Moolenaar (R-MI) addressed a letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce highlighting these issues.
Their correspondence, reported by the Wall Street Journal, raised alarms over “unusual vulnerabilities” found in TP-Link routers and the implications of compliance with Chinese law. […]
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