In russia, Control over the Work of “White Hackers” Is to Be Transferred to the fsb

A draft law is being prepared in the rf that will require cybersecurity specialists who search for vulnerabilities in software code to undergo mandatory identification, and companies to obtain state accreditation. Control over their activities is planned to be transferred to the fsb.

The document also provides for the creation of a register of “white hackers”, who will effectively become “gray” or “black” ones.  Failure to report vulnerabilities found will be punishable under criminal law.

russia’s authorities are continuing their policy of total control over the digital sphere, seeking to centralize even the activities of independent cybersecurity specialists.