CSAC Accuses Intel Products of Helping USA Spy on China
The Cyber Security Association of China (CSAC) has claimed that Intel products sold in China pose “serious risks to national security,” alleging the US semiconductor manufacturers installed an NSA backdoor “in almost all” of its central processing units (CPU) since 2008 to create a “next-generation security defense system.”
Intel’s China unit has refuted the allegation on social media, saying, “We will maintain communication with the relevant authorities, clarify any concerns, and reaffirm our commitment to product safety and quality.” Later, they further stated, " We have noted the relevant media reports. As a multinational company with nearly 40 years of operations in China, Intel strictly abides by the laws and regulations applicable to its business locations."
In the recent past, the US has penalized suppliers passing US advanced chip manufacturing equipment on to Huawei, a Chinese entity, based on similar accusations. Read more about this story on our LinkedIn page
Intel’s China unit has refuted the allegation on social media, saying, “We will maintain communication with the relevant authorities, clarify any concerns, and reaffirm our commitment to product safety and quality.” Later, they further stated, " We have noted the relevant media reports. As a multinational company with nearly 40 years of operations in China, Intel strictly abides by the laws and regulations applicable to its business locations."
In the recent past, the US has penalized suppliers passing US advanced chip manufacturing equipment on to Huawei, a Chinese entity, based on similar accusations. Read more about this story on our LinkedIn page