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Canada bans WeChat and Kaspersky on government devices

Báo Quốc TếBáo Quốc Tế02/11/2023

The Canadian government has just issued a ban on the use of WeChat messaging app and Kaspersky antivirus software on government mobile devices, citing privacy and security risks.

WeChat and Kaspersky will be removed from Government-issued devices immediately and users will be blocked from downloading them in the future. The government does not interfere with the download or use of the two software on citizens' mobile devices, but recommends that anyone using them consult the Communications Security Authority's online guide to assess the risks.

WeChat và Kaspersky bị cấm trên thiết bị di động của Chính phủ Canada.
WeChat and Kaspersky banned on Canadian government mobile devices.

Canadian officials said that while no breaches had been detected, the data collection methods of these apps "provided significant access to content on mobile devices."

“The decision to remove and block WeChat and Kaspersky was made to ensure that Government of Canada networks and data remain secure and protected, consistent with the approach of our international partners,” the statement said.

For its part, Kaspersky expressed surprise and disappointment with the Canadian government's decision. They were not warned or given any opportunity to address the Canadian government's concerns.

In February, Canada also banned TikTok, a short video app owned by ByteDance, from public devices for similar reasons. In an email to employees explaining the ban, Canadian government officials said the decision was made after considering TikTok’s data collection methods could lead to cyberattacks.



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