TP-Link routers are under investigation by several US authorities

According to various US authorities are investigating TP-Link routers, linking them to China-backed cyberattacks. The Departments of Commerce, Justice and Defense have their own investigations and sources told the Journal The Department of Commerce called out TP-Link. These investigations could contribute to a potential ban on these routers next year.

In September, Journal reports a wave of in the US, which includes many TP-Link routers. Attackers have targeted government organizations and Department of Defense suppliers, as well as non-governmental organizations and think tanks.

TP-Link currently holds about 65 percent of the US market for small business and home routers. They are also widely used by the Department of Defense and NASA. But sources told the Journal that the devices often ship with security flaws and that the company has failed to address those issues or engage with the security community.

“We welcome any opportunity to engage with the U.S. government to demonstrate that our security practices are fully aligned with industry security standards and to demonstrate our continued commitment to the American market, American consumers, and addressing risks to national security.” U.S. security,” TP said Link’s spokesperson WSJ.

If TP-Link routers are banned, it would be the largest haul of Chinese telecom equipment in the US since 2019. .

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