US lawmakers are pressing newly confirmed Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, to oppose a reported UK government order for Apple to weaken its iCloud security. Senators Ron Wyden and Andy Biggs emphasize that any backdoor created for government access would not only jeopardize US citizen data but also that of sensitive government agencies. They warn that the UK’s Investigatory Powers Act, which allows broad data collection, could lead to significant vulnerabilities if companies like Apple comply. The situation exemplifies broader concerns regarding encryption and privacy in digital services.
Senators Wyden and Biggs argue that if Apple complies with the UK government's unconfirmed order to weaken iCloud, it will jeopardize the security of both US citizens and government data.
The lawmakers strongly oppose potential access to encrypted iCloud data, claiming it could affect users globally and undermine sensitive information entrusted to Apple products.
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