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Kaspersky Proposes Independent Review After US Ban on Software

The Russian cybersecurity firm offers transparency measures to counter US claims of national security risks and alleged Kremlin ties.

  • Kaspersky suggests a third-party assessment to validate its software's integrity and disprove alleged Kremlin connections.
  • The US government banned Kaspersky products, citing national security concerns and potential backdoors for Russian access.
  • Kaspersky will cease US operations, providing six months of free updates to existing customers as a parting gesture.
  • The company criticizes the ban as politically motivated and insists on its independence from any government influence.
  • After September 29, Kaspersky will stop antivirus updates in compliance with US regulations.
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