Summary: The Australian Government has issued a directive banning Kaspersky Lab products due to security risks associated with foreign interference. Effective from April 1, 2025, the directive mandates the removal of existing Kaspersky installations across government systems. The decision follows a threat analysis indicating that Kaspersky’s products present an unacceptable risk to national security and data integrity.
Affected: Australian Government systems and devices
Keypoints :
- Directive issued by the Department of Home Affairs, effective April 1, 2025.
- Requires removal of existing Kaspersky products and bans future use due to security concerns.
- Exemptions for national security business needs may be granted with proper mitigations.
- Aligns with actions by other countries, such as the U.S., which also banned Kaspersky products.
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