The Federal Communications Commission has ordered a ban on the import of new consumer routers that are manufactured overseas, citing cybersecurity risks. The order, published late Monday, said the import ban will “include all consumer-grade routers produced in foreign countries.” The FCC said the order does not affect imports or usage of existing routers, but new devices may be granted an exception if the Departments of Defense or Homeland Security approve. The FCC claimed foreign-made routers “pose unacceptable risks” to U.S. national security, referring to a threat from China-backed hacking groups Volt, Salt and Flax Typhoon. According to Reuters, China is said to command around 60% of the market for consumer routers, which connect homes and businesses to the internet. The FCC said it was taking action because malicious hackers have exploited flaws in foreign-made routers to attack U.S. households, disrupt networks, and enable cybercrime and surveillance.…