The UK's recent order for Apple to create a backdoor to access encrypted iCloud data raises significant security concerns, threatening the privacy of users not only in the UK but worldwide. U.S. lawmakers are now taking hurried action, with bipartisan support from Senator Ron Wyden and Congressman Andy Biggs urging the National Intelligence Director to counteract the UK’s demand. They stress the risk posed to American data security and suggest reevaluating cybersecurity collaborations with the UK if the order is not withdrawn. A proposed bill aims to intensify scrutiny on foreign requests for data from U.S. tech companies.
If Apple is forced to build a backdoor in its products, that backdoor will end up in Americans' phones, tablets and computers, undermining the security of Americans' data.
The US government must not permit what is effectively a foreign cyberattack waged through political means.
If the UK doesn't retract its order, the US should re-evaluate cybersecurity arrangements and intelligence sharing with the UK.
A proposed draft bill could make it harder for UK authorities to obtain information from US companies by requiring home country judicial orders.
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