US authorities are considering a possible ban on TP-Link routers, a move that would have far-reaching ramifications for individuals and businesses alike.

TP-Link is the most popular brand of network routers in the US, holding approximately 65% of the market. The company is based in China, however, raising concerns about cybersecurity and national security concerns. According to The Wall Street Journal, the concerns are exacerbated by a Microsoft analysis showing that a Chinese hacking group has compromised a large number of TP-Link routers and continues to exploit them.

In addition, as the outlet points out, TP-Link has a bad reputation of not working with security researchers to address vulnerabilities in their equipment to the same degree as other manufacturers.

In view of the revelations, authorities are mulling a possible ban, a move that would likely lead to a significant escalation of the current tension between the US and Chine. What’s more, given the popularity of the devices, such a move could be incredibly costly for individuals and businesses.

Meanwhile, the company said it welcomed the opportunity to discuss the issue with officials.

“We welcome any opportunities to engage with the U.S. government to demonstrate that our security practices are fully in line with industry security standards, and to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to the U.S. market, U.S. consumers, and addressing U.S. national security risks,” a company spokeswoman told WSJ.