Security experts warn against encryption ‘backdoors’

NO CAN DO: The computer scientists said the idea of special access would create numerous technical and legal challenges, leaving unclear who would have access and who would set standards.

WASHINGTON: A group of computer code experts said that law enforcement cannot be given special access to encrypted communications without opening the door to “malicious” actors. 

A research report published by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology challenges claims from US and British authorities that such access is the policy response needed to fight crime and terrorism.