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China's top internet regulator announced on Thursday that it has launched a cybersecurity review into products sold by Palo Alto Networks in the country.

According to a statement from the Office of the Central Cyberspace Affairs Commission, the move aims to protect the safe and stable operation of critical information infrastructure, prevent cybersecurity vulnerabilities and risks, and safeguard national security.

The review is being conducted by the Cybersecurity Review Office in accordance with the National Security Law, the Cybersecurity Law, and the Cybersecurity Review Measures of China, according to the statement.

Following the announcement, shares of the US cybersecurity firm fell 1.0 percent in premarket trading, as of press time. 

Founded in 2005 by Nir Zuk and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, US, Palo Alto Networks is a major global provider of enterprise security solutions.

Global Times