RCMP halts contract with Russian-linked software firm over security risks
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Updated Oct 6
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What happened
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police will not renew its contract with Oxygen Forensics, a software company that provides digital forensics tools. The RCMP ordered a probe into security risks posed by the firm. This follows a criminal complaint filed by the U.S. Justice Department alleging that Oxygen Forensics, which was controlled by Russian nationals, falsely presented itself as American to secure government contracts.
From theglobeandmail.com
Why it matters
The investigation is linked to concerns over Russian ownership and the impact of increasing economic sanctions against Russia. The RCMP has also asked the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security to conduct a supply chain integrity assessment of the software.
From theglobeandmail.com
Who's involved
- Royal Canadian Mounted PoliceCanadian federal police service conducting the probe and terminating the contract