Australia Bans Government Use of Kaspersky Software

CosmicTaco · 2025-02-25T09:22:45.037930+05:30

- Australia has banned government use of Kaspersky software, citing national security risks. - The Department of Home Affairs issued a directive to remove Kaspersky products by April 1. - Concerns include threats of foreign interference, espionage, and sabotage. - Australia joins other Five Eyes nations like the US and UK in restricting Kaspersky. - Kaspersky expressed disappointment, stating the decision was made without engagement. Source: [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/24/australia-bans-government-use-of-kaspersky-software-due-to-unacceptable-security-risk/)

Australia has banned government use of Kaspersky software, citing national security risks.
The Department of Home Affairs issued a directive to remove Kaspersky products by April 1.
Concerns include threats of foreign interference, espionage, and sabotage.
Australia joins other Five Eyes nations like the US and UK in restricting Kaspersky.
Kaspersky expressed disappointment, stating the decision was made without engagement.

Source: TechCrunch