France

Google Chrome Vulnerability Advisory

CERT-FR has issued an advisory regarding a vulnerability in Google Chrome, affecting versions prior to 146.0.7680.80. The vulnerability (CVE-2026-3909) is reportedly being actively exploited, and users are advised to update their software.

OpenSSL Vulnerability Advisory

CERT-FR has issued an advisory regarding a vulnerability discovered in specific versions of OpenSSL. The advisory, dated March 16, 2026, references CVE-2026-2673 and urges users to consult the OpenSSL security bulletin for patch information.

Pascal Lagrue Appointed to French Competition Authority Board

The French Competition Authority announced the appointment of Pascal Lagrue to its Board, effective March 2, 2026. Lagrue brings experience from trade union and consumer association roles.

Autorité de la concurrence Guidance on ReUse Project for Food Packaging Deposit Scheme

The Autorité de la concurrence has published informal guidance on the ReUse project, a proposed standardized deposit-return scheme for food packaging in France. The guidance addresses competition law concerns related to eco-organizations, service providers, and cost allocation within the scheme.

Autorité de la concurrence Inspects Private Passenger Transport Sector

The Autorité de la concurrence has conducted an unannounced inspection of a company in the private passenger transport sector suspected of anticompetitive practices. This action does not prejudge guilt but initiates an investigation into alleged violations.

Autorité recommends French government create offices for 261 new notaries

The Autorité de la concurrence recommends the French government create 261 new notary offices between 2026 and 2031. This recommendation is based on an analysis of supply and demand within the notary profession, considering recent trends in private and salaried notaries and the profession's economic performance.

Autorité de la concurrence Sanctions BTP Sud for Unfair Trading Conditions

The Autorité de la concurrence has sanctioned BTP Sud with a fine of €148,094 for abusing its dominant position in the aggregates supply market in Wallis and Futuna. BTP Sud imposed unfair trading conditions on the Administration Supérieure du Territoire, including refusing to sell and imposing unjustified price increases.

ACPR Fines CARCO €500,000 for Information and Anti-Dormancy Violations

The French Prudential Supervision and Resolution Authority (ACPR) has fined CARCO, an insurance institution, €500,000 and issued a reprimand. The decision addresses violations related to informing policyholders, combating dormant accounts, and relations with the supervisor.

Sanctions Decision Against Tunisian Foreign Bank

The French Prudential Supervision and Resolution Authority (ACPR) issued a sanctions decision against Tunisian Foreign Bank on October 9, 2024. The decision, number 2023-02, pertains to internal controls and risk management deficiencies.

Sanctions Decision Against BRED Credit Institution AML/CFT

The French Prudential Supervision and Resolution Authority (ACPR) issued a sanctions decision against BRED credit institution for violations related to Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing (AML/CFT). The decision, dated June 27, 2024, outlines specific penalties and requirements for the institution.