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Re:U.K. demand for a back door to Apple data threatens Ameri... by shakna on Thursday February 13, 2025 @11:50AM (#43038053)
"TCNs are orders that require a company to build new capabilities that assist law enforcement agencies in accessing encrypted data. The Attorney-General must approve a TCN by confirming it is reasonable, proportionate, practical, and technically feasible."

It's a step above a warrant, as an order, when building a new capability. But yes, its focused in on one case. As to "reasonable" - our current AG is a strong supporter of expanding government powers as a way to fix any new problem that appears. He's done some good. And some bad. It isn't hard to see him rubber-stamping these, if someone across the hall needs it done.

Also... If a TCN order comes through, you're not permitted to tell the business that you've been ordered to create a backdoor in them. And they can order random anyone in the company to comply - it doesn't have to go to the C-level.

Re:U.K. demand for a back door to Apple data threatens Ameri... by throwaway290 on Thursday February 13, 2025 @12:45PM (#43038862)
https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/our-portfolios/natio...

"What assistance can be provided"

> Note: private communications and data may only be accessed with lawful authority pursuant to the existing warrant framework