UK Government Quietly Removes Encryption Advice Amidst iCloud Backdoor Demand

2025-03-06
UK Government Quietly Removes Encryption Advice Amidst iCloud Backdoor Demand

Weeks after demanding backdoor access to encrypted iCloud data, the UK government has silently removed encryption advice from its websites. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) no longer recommends encryption for high-risk individuals, a stark contrast to previous guidance advocating Apple's Advanced Data Protection (ADP). This move has raised concerns about the government's approach to citizen privacy and the delicate balance between national security and individual rights. Apple is currently challenging the UK's data access order.

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