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    Biden Administration Bans Russian-Backed Cybersecurity Software Over National Security Concerns

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    Too little too late as they say. Biden is still, as 6/21/2024, still buying Russian oil.  How’s that for total nonsense coming from our White House! These little moves only serve to point out the absolute stage of lunacy from our own leadership.

    The Biden administration has announced a comprehensive ban on Russian-backed cybersecurity software due to concerns over Russian government influence, the U.S. Commerce Department declared on Thursday. This decision targets Kaspersky Lab, a company under scrutiny by U.S. officials since at least 2017, citing that Russian laws allow the government to access Kaspersky’s systems and thus the data of its customers.

    Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo emphasized the Russian government’s capacity and intent to misuse its access to companies like Kaspersky to gather and potentially weaponize personal information of American citizens. The new ban is enabled by the expanded powers of the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security, reflecting growing concerns over national security threats posed by such foreign influence in critical software.

    Under the terms of the ban, starting from July 20, Kaspersky will be prohibited from forming any new contracts within the U.S. While Kaspersky can continue providing updates to existing customers until September 29, all updates will cease thereafter, leading to a gradual degradation of the software services. Raimondo has strongly advised U.S. citizens and businesses currently using Kaspersky products to switch to alternative cybersecurity solutions to safeguard their data and privacy.

    Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas supported the ban, underscoring the importance of reliable security for Americans’ devices and the broader national security. The administration plans to continue collaborating with various governmental bodies and critical infrastructure operators to enhance protection against such cybersecurity threats.

    Despite these allegations, Eugene Kaspersky, the CEO of Kaspersky Lab, has previously denied any inappropriate ties with the Russian government. In a 2017 interview, he described U.S. government warnings as misguided and refuted claims of a partnership with government agencies. This ban represents a significant step by the U.S. government in distancing itself from software companies believed to be influenced by foreign governments, particularly in the realm of national security and privacy.

    Major Points:

    • The Biden administration has imposed a total ban on Kaspersky Lab’s software due to concerns over Russian government influence, effective from July 20.
    • This decision follows U.S. officials’ claims that Russian laws allow the government access to Kaspersky’s systems and, consequently, its customers’ data.
    • Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo cited the Russian government’s capability and intent to exploit companies like Kaspersky to collect and potentially weaponize Americans’ personal information.
    • The ban restricts Kaspersky from entering new contracts in the U.S. and will stop providing updates to existing software after September 29, leading to service degradation.
    • Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas emphasized the move’s importance for national security and protecting Americans’ personal information and privacy.

    Kevin Rodriguez – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News

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