FBI Renews Warnings on Terror and Encryption, With No Clear Solution in Sight

Lawmakers face dueling security concerns as tech companies warn any backdoor access to encrypted data will pave the way for cyber attacks

In the wake of the Paris and San Bernardino terror attacks, a long-simmering debate over the security risks of terrorists using encryption has come to a boil. Speaking before Congress last week, FBI Director James Comey reiterated warnings that popular encrypted communication apps are making it difficult for law enforcement officials to monitor suspected criminals and terrorists.

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