Products sold in China should be subject to a cybersecurity review, to safeguard the country’s national security and consumer rights, according to an industry group.

A Chinese agency backed by the country’s internet overseer is pushing for an investigation into Intel Corp. products sold domestically, warning of security flaws and high failure rates.

A Chinese cybersecurity group accuses Intel of spying on users and acting 'irresponsible' in handling known CPU exploits.

Intel products sold in China should be subject to a security review, the Cybersecurity Association of China said on Wednesday, alleging the U.S. chipmaker has "constantly harmed" the country's national security and interests.

Initiating a review would help safeguard national security and the interests of Chinese consumers, the group said.