Biden Administration to Ban Kaspersky Antivirus Sales Over Russian Ties Starting July 20

Jun 20, 2024, 09:01 PM

The Biden administration has announced plans to ban the sale of antivirus software made by Russia's Kaspersky Lab in the United States. The ban, which is set to begin on July 20, 2024, is due to concerns over the company's ties to the Russian government and potential national security risks. The Commerce Department, invoking Trump-era authority, will also prohibit software updates to existing U.S. customers after September 29, 2024. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo cited Russia's influence over Kaspersky as a significant security threat. This move marks the first of its kind and could impact many businesses relying on Kaspersky's cybersecurity solutions.