Apple Bows to UK Pressure: iCloud Encryption Gets the Boot
Apple has responded to the UK Home Office’s request for a backdoor to iCloud data by disabling Advanced Data Protection end-to-end encryption for UK users. UK customers trying to enable it will face error messages, while current users must disable it to retain iCloud access. Apple insists it won’t create backdoors.
Hot Take:
Ah, the digital age dilemma: Apple turns off high-level encryption in the UK, hackers steal billions in crypto, the Coast Guard catches a payroll breach, Atlassian’s vulnerabilities get patched, the SEC declares war on crypto crime, and phishing becomes a “suite” deal. Meanwhile, SANS wants to turn us all into AI security heroes. Who needs a thriller novel when real life is this exciting? Grab your popcorn, folks!
Key Points:
- Apple disables its Advanced Data Protection encryption for UK users after government pressure.
- Bybit loses $1.4 billion in a crypto heist, but assures users assets are still secure.
- The US Coast Guard minimizes damage from a payroll data breach thanks to a vigilant officer.
- Atlassian patches critical vulnerabilities in its Crowd SSO product.
- The SEC launches a new unit to combat crypto crime and protect investors.
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