FCC issues new cybersecurity requirements for emergency alert systems
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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a final rule requiring updates to the Emergency Alert System (EAS). These rules are designed to prevent unauthorized access or “hijacking” of the system by hackers or foreign actors.
Why it matters: This is a technical security update intended to prevent bad actors from sending fake emergency alerts through broadcast systems.
Who it affects
- Broadcast stations and cable providers
This information comes from the FCC; readers should consult the official Federal Register document before relying on these new requirements for compliance.
Agency: Federal Communications Commission
Source: Federal Register — read the official document