Cullen International’s new benchmark on 5G national security in the Americas region shows that Brazil, Chile and the United States are the only researched countries that have adopted network security measures that apply to 5G networks.
Brazil and Chile generally require telecoms network operators to implement cybersecurity policies and report serious incidents involving network security. Brazil requires operators to send detailed information to Anatel on critical network infrastructure, while Chile mandates operators designate a cybersecurity officer.
The US is the only researched country in the region to have restrictions in place against high-risk vendors in 5G networks. Operators must remove and replace equipment from companies in a list maintained by the federal telecoms regulator (FCC).
In Canada, a government bill under Senate review would require designated operators to implement cybersecurity programs, manage supply chain risks, and report incidents. The Canadian government announced plans to prohibit the use of products and services from vendors such as Huawei and ZTE.
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