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Telecos warn no device is 'vulnerability-free'
Published 24 June 2026 ยท politics
Synopsis Telecom equipment manufacturers are struggling with the government's demand for guaranteed vulnerability-free gear, citing the rapid evolution of cyber threats. Vendors met with the
Synopsis Telecom equipment manufacturers are struggling with the government's demand for guaranteed vulnerability-free gear, citing the rapid evolution of cyber threats. Vendors met with the Department of Telecommunications seeking clearer policy guidelines for Pro Tem certificates, essential for selling products like 5G equipment. The government assured that Centre for Communication Security is finalizing new policy guidelines soon, addressing industry concerns about self-declarations and potential penalties.
Published: June 25, 2026 โข 12:58 AM IST ยท Updated: June 25, 2026 โข 1:35 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Synopsis Telecom equipment manufacturers are struggling with the government's demand for guaranteed vulnerability-free gear, citing the rapid evolution of cyber threats.
Vendors met with the Department of Telecommunications seeking clearer policy guidelines for Pro Tem certificates, essential for selling products like 5G equipment.
The government assured that Centre for Communication Security is finalizing new policy guidelines soon, addressing industry concerns about self-declarations and potential penalties.