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Apple has ceased offering its Advanced Data Protection (ADP) feature for iCloud users in the United Kingdom. This decision follows a reported demand from the UK government for a backdoor that would grant authorities access to encrypted user data. ADP provided end-to-end encryption, ensuring that only the user could decrypt their data stored in iCloud. Apple confirmed that this security feature will no longer be available to new users, and existing UK users will eventually need to disable it.

Apple stated it was "gravely disappointed" that ADP protections would be unavailable in the UK, especially considering the increasing data breaches and threats to customer privacy. The company emphasized the growing need for enhanced cloud storage security with end-to-end encryption. This move highlights a conflict between government surveillance and user privacy, as security experts warn this demand could set a precedent for authoritarian countries. James Baker from Open Rights Group said, "The Home Office’s actions have deprived millions of Britons from accessing a security feature. As a result, British citizens will be at higher risk."

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References :

• techcrunch.com: Apple has disabled its iCloud Advanced Data Protection feature for UK users after government demands for a backdoor.
• securityaffairs.com: The article discusses Apple's decision to remove iCloud's Advanced Data Protection in the UK.
• www.bleepingcomputer.com: This article discusses Apple's decision to disable the iCloud end-to-end encryption feature in the UK due to government pressure.
• Deeplinks: The piece explains Apple's decision to disable the end-to-end encryption feature for iCloud in the UK due to the government demanding backdoor access.

Classification:

• HashTags: #Apple #iCloud #EncryptionBackdoor
• Company: Apple
• Target: Apple UK Users
• Product: iCloud
• Feature: Advanced Data Protection
• Type: HighRisk
• Severity: Major