moonka5d ago

FCC Updates Covered List to Include Foreign-Made Consumer Routers

https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-420034A1.pdf

https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-adds-routers-produced-forei...

https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DA-26-278A1.pdf

https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-updates-covered-list-include-foreign-made-consumer-routers

Show threadWarOnPrivacy5d ago
If we wanted secure products, we wouldn't ban devices. We'd mandate they open their firmware to audits.
Show threaddmitrygr5d ago
problem is: how do you prove the firmware in the flash chip matches source? And I do not mean me, with a disassembler and a pi pico to read out the flash chip. I mean the 70-yaer-old corner shop owner that buys this router to provide free WiFi for customers?
Show threadWarOnPrivacy5d ago

> how do you prove the firmware in the flash chip matches source?

Trusted, qualified independent experts: Ala Underwriters Laboratories.

Show threaddmitrygr5d ago

One word for you: dieselgate

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volkswagen_emissions_scandal

Volkswagen emissions scandal - Wikipedia

Show threadactionfromafar
Someone did go to jail, so there's at least that.
Mar 23 at 11:39pmWeb
Show threaddmitrygr5d ago
Yes. But a lot of people still got cars that were not as represented. So if we follow the same pattern, somebody will go to jail, but most routers will not be running verified or safe code.
Show threadSnafuh5d ago

Do you apply the same scrutiny to the food you eat?

Some trust has to be created through testing standards and the law, but generally we do believe what the label says in day to day life.

Show threaddmitrygr5d ago
In so far as I cook myself? Yes
Show threadactionfromafar5d ago
The routers thing? That's probably just a scam to get donations to the Trump Family Bunker/Ballroom in DC or other pet project.