Rogue Devices Found in Chinese Solar Inverters

U.S. officials and engineers have discovered undocumented 'rogue communication devices' embedded in Chinese-made solar power inverters and batteries, sparking concerns about the security of critical energy infrastructure. These hidden components could bypass firewalls and enable remote access to power grids, risking severe disruptions such as widespread blackouts. The full extent of the issue has not been publicly disclosed, but experts warn these vulnerabilities could be exploited for sabotage or espionage. In response, U.S. senators have introduced legislation to ban battery purchases from several Chinese companies. China has denied the allegations, calling them an overgeneralization of national security concerns. The findings underscore broader anxieties about the security of Internet-connected infrastructure and the geopolitical risks in relying on foreign technology for essential systems.