TP-Link, a prominent router manufacturer in the US, is facing potential sales bans due to investigations by various government departments into Chinese cyberattacks. Despite TP-Link’s growing market share in the US, concerns about its ties to China have led to scrutiny and potential restrictions on its sales. While cybersecurity experts acknowledge security flaws in TP-Link routers, they also note that vulnerabilities exist in routers from various manufacturers. The US government’s focus on Chinese products in the telecommunications sector, exemplified by investigations into TP-Link, reflects broader concerns about cybersecurity threats. While TP-Link has not been directly linked to specific cyberattacks, the company’s ties to China have raised red flags among policymakers and experts in the cybersecurity field.
