Sen. Cotton Worries China, Russia Contribute to Open-Source Software

In a letter to National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross, Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., detailed his concerns about Russia and China contributing to the open-source software ecosystem.

The open-source software ecosystem underpins American software systems, including Department of War software, Cotton said.

“Historically, such a framework has pulled in talent from around the world to build projects that have become ubiquitous, foundational technology,” Cotton said.