Biden Administration Invests in Port Cybersecurity Amid Concerns Over Suspicious Technology in Cargo Cranes
• Investigation found suspicious cellular modems installed in Chinese-made cargo cranes at US ports, allowing potential remote access
• Modems could be used to disrupt or spy on American commercial port activities, fueling national security concerns
• Around 80% of large cargo cranes at US ports are from China, leaving ports vulnerable to potential cyber attacks
• Biden administration pledging over $20 billion investment in port security and domestic cargo crane production
• Officials concerned China could use sophisticated technology in vehicles and connected devices to gather sensitive information about Americans