These new provisions, named "Regulations on Internet Security Supervision and Inspection by Public Security Organs" give the MSP the following new powers:
- Conduct in-person or remote inspections of the network security defenses taken by companies operating in China.
- Check for "prohibited content" banned inside China's border.
- Log security response plans during on-site inspections.
- Copy any user information found on inspected systems during on-site or remote inspections.
- Perform penetration tests to check for vulnerabilities.
- Perform remote inspections without informing companies.
- Share any collected data with other state agencies.
- The right to have two members of the People's Armed Police (PAP) present during on-site inspection to enforce procedures. more