U.S. Treasury Sanctions 12 Kaspersky Executives Amid Software Ban

June 22, 2024 at 02:18AM The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) imposed sanctions on 12 senior leaders of Kaspersky Lab after the company was banned by the Commerce Department over national security concerns. The sanctions do not extend to the company itself or its founder. Russia has criticized the … Read more

Kaspersky’s US Customers Face Tight Deadline Following Govt. Ban

June 21, 2024 at 05:42PM The US government has imposed a ban on Kaspersky’s antivirus software products and services over national security concerns, resulting in a deadline of September 29 for users to stop using them. Organizations are advised to assess their Kaspersky deployment, identify alternatives, and prepare for long-term government commercial cybersecurity regulation. The … Read more

Uncle Sam sanctions Kaspersky’s top bosses – but not Mr K himself

June 21, 2024 at 04:27PM The US Treasury Department sanctioned a dozen executives of Kaspersky Lab due to national security threats, preventing US persons and entities from doing business with them. Despite this, CEO Eugene Kaspersky was spared. The move aligns with previous actions, including a ban on Kaspersky products in US government networks, citing … Read more

US sanctions 12 Kaspersky Lab execs for working in Russian tech sector

June 21, 2024 at 01:34PM The US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned twelve Kaspersky Lab executives for their involvement in the Russian technology sector, following the Biden administration’s ban on sales and software updates for Kaspersky antivirus software in the USA. The sanctions include asset freezes and restrictions on conducting … Read more

US Bans Kaspersky Software

June 21, 2024 at 05:33AM The US government has announced a sales ban on Kaspersky software, citing concerns of Russian control. This follows long-standing worries and a 2017 federal agency ban. Linked to Russian military and intelligence, the company is now prohibited from providing cybersecurity software to US customers. Kaspersky can still offer certain services … Read more

U.S. Bans Kaspersky Software, Citing National Security Risks

June 21, 2024 at 01:18AM The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security imposed a ban on Kaspersky Lab’s U.S. subsidiary and affiliates from offering security software due to national security risks posed by its ties to the Russian government. Kaspersky will be barred from selling to U.S. consumers and businesses starting July … Read more

Biden bans Kaspersky antivirus software in US over security concerns

June 20, 2024 at 06:45PM The Biden administration has announced a ban on Kaspersky antivirus software in the US, citing national security concerns and the company’s ties to the Russian government. The ban also prohibits the delivery of software updates, pushing customers to find alternative security software by September 29, 2024. Kaspersky has expressed disagreement … Read more

Biden puts a bullet in Kaspersky: Sales, updates to be banned in America

June 20, 2024 at 05:10PM The Biden administration has banned the sale of Kaspersky products and services in the United States due to national security concerns. This includes prohibiting software sales from July 20 and preventing the distribution of updates and malware signatures after September 29. Violators could face fines or criminal prosecution. Existing US-based … Read more

Russia’s cyber spies still threatening French national security, democracy

June 20, 2024 at 08:37AM The CERT-FR report on Nobelium’s cyber activities revealed the group’s espionage focus and targeting of French diplomatic entities, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The report warns of Nobelium’s threat to national security and diplomatic interests, amid concerns about Russian interference in French affairs, particularly during election periods. The group’s … Read more

France Seeks to Protect National Interests With Bid for Atos Cybersec

June 19, 2024 at 01:07PM France’s government’s proposed acquisition of Atos’ big data and cybersecurity division for $750 million highlights the company’s essential role in national defense interests. Atos provides critical technology to the military and is crucial for securing sensitive government systems and the upcoming Paris Olympics. The move reflects the government’s keen interest … Read more