Donald Trump has signaled a shift in U.S. policy, indicating that Russia is no longer a major cyber threat to national security.

This change contrasts with previous warnings from intelligence officials, raising concerns among cybersecurity experts that the U.S. is vulnerable to Russian cyberattacks as global tensions rise.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently ordered U.S. Cyber Command to cease all offensive cyber operations against Russia. Critics argue that this decision is linked to the administration’s efforts to strengthen relations with President Vladimir Putin and reset U.S.-Russia diplomacy, especially regarding the war in Ukraine.

The policy reversal has drawn backlash from lawmakers and security experts who warn that it could embolden Russia to escalate cyberattacks on U.S. infrastructure and its allies.