Canada’s Spy Service Received Judge’s OK to Target Malware-Infected Devices

Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) branded coasters are pictured in Ottawa in a 2011 handout photo. The Canadian Press/HO, CSIS

Canada’s spy service obtained a judge’s permission to disrupt cyberthreats from foreign adversaries who infected digital devices with malware.

A Federal Court ruling made public this week says the Canadian Security Intelligence Service requested a warrant to “remove the compromised devices from Canada” to shield sensitive systems from attack.