The European Commission wants a backdoor for end-to-end encryptions for law enforcement

Date:
Wed, 02 Apr 2025 09:37:05 +0000

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A new internal security strategy has been unveiled by the European Commission including a roadmap regarding the lawful and effective access to data for law enforcement and on encryption .

The ProtectEU strategy aims to bolster the EUs ability to guarantee security for its citizens and looks to produce a sharper legal toolbox with increased information sharing and deeper cooperation.

These new proposals will enable law enforcement authorities to access
encrypted data in a lawful manner, safeguarding cybersecurity and fundamental rights, despite platforms like Signal threatening to remove products in countries rather than remove encryption protections .

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Privacy campaigners have condemned the British Government's recent backdoor request, with experts warning such a move "jeopardizes the security and
privacy of millions."

This isnt the first time the EU has proposed a backdoor for end-to-end encryption (E2EE), especially in regards to scanning messaging apps and communication platforms for abuse material.

The project also aims to establish Europol as a truly operational police
agency to reinforce support to Member States, with a role in investigating cross-border, large-scale, and complex cases posing a serious threat to the internal security of the Union, making it more comparable to the FBI, for example.

As the EU is of course made up of 27 sovereign nations, and this comes with challenges in delivering a coherent and collaborative security strategy.

Since each state has its own law enforcement agencies, objectives, and
budgets, effective safeguarding can be difficult - but the strategy aims to foster a change of culture to bring Europol members together.

Safety is one of the key prerequisites for open, vibrant societies and a flourishing economy, says Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission.

That's why we are launching today an important initiative to better tackle security threats like terrorism, organised crime, surging cybercrime and attacks against our critical infrastructure. We will strengthen Europol and give law enforcement up-to-date tools to fight crime. But also researchers, businesses and even citizens can contribute to greater safety for all.

Via The Record

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