The FCC has added all foreign-produced routers to its Covered List, blocking new device authorizations unless they pass security reviews by the Department of Defense or the Department of Homeland Security. The move cites Chinese state-sponsored campaigns that leveraged consumer routers and introduces a Conditional Approval path requiring U.S. manufacturing commitments. #VoltTyphoon #FlaxTyphoon
Keypoints
- The FCC now prohibits new equipment authorization for routers produced abroad without a security review.
- The National Security Determination warns foreign-made routers create supply chain risks to critical infrastructure and national defense.
- The decision cites Volt Typhoon, Flax Typhoon, and Salt Typhoon cyber campaigns as direct examples of exploitation.
- Existing authorized devices remain usable and firmware updates are permitted through at least March 1, 2027.
- The Conditional Approval route requires commitments to U.S. manufacturing, likely constraining many vendors and halting new product cycles.
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