Security News > 2020 > June > Senators Introduce "Balanced" Bill That Aims to End Warrant-Proof Encryption
Experts have argued that adding backdoors to encryption systems would also allow malicious actors to abuse those backdoors, thus defeating the purpose of strong encryption.
The officials believe that while encryption is "Vital" for securing data, communications and financial transactions, law enforcement should be given access to the information they seek if they present a warrant.
The senators who introduced the Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act also say that strong encryption "Adds little to the security of the communications of the ordinary user, but it is a serious benefit for those who use the internet for illicit purposes."
Governments would like tech companies to develop encryption that provides strong encryption for users while also giving law enforcement access to encrypted data for use in their investigations.
The Republican senators say the Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act is more balanced compared to previously proposed legislation because in addition to forcing device manufacturers and service providers to help law enforcement gain access to encrypted data, it provides incentives.