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UK Defence Sector Tightens Security Over Chinese EV Espionage Fears

Defence contractors and the MoD implement precautionary measures as concerns grow about potential data vulnerabilities in Chinese-made electric vehicles.

Defence company staff are warned sensitive data from their phones that could threaten national security may be downloaded by Chinese-built cars
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Overview

  • UK defence firms, including BAE Systems and Rolls Royce, have advised staff to avoid charging phones or connecting devices to Chinese electric vehicles due to espionage concerns.
  • The Ministry of Defence has allowed individual site restrictions on Chinese EVs but clarified that no central ban is in place across all defence sites.
  • Experts emphasize that while theoretical vulnerabilities exist, there is no evidence of real-world attacks involving Chinese EVs compromising sensitive data.
  • Chinese manufacturers, such as XPENG, deny allegations of espionage and assert compliance with UK and EU privacy regulations.
  • China’s National Intelligence Law, which mandates corporate cooperation with state intelligence, continues to fuel concerns about data security in imported Chinese vehicles.