Source: TH
Context:
The Union government is considering mandating smartphone manufacturers to share source code and comply with new software security requirements. The proposal has triggered concerns from global tech firms such as Apple and Samsung, according to a Reuters report.
What is Proposed?
- Under the proposed Indian Telecom Security Assurance Requirements (ITSAR):
- Smartphone makers may be required to:
- Provide access to source code for security analysis
- Notify the government of major software updates
- Comply with a set of 83 security standards
- Smartphone makers may be required to:
- Objective:
- Enhance user data security
- Prevent online fraud, cyber breaches, and malware threats
