Implications for EU's own efforts to regulate encryption
Years of high-profile breaches have spurred movement – at least overseas
Apple threatens to withdraw services if proposed changes to the Investigatory Powers Act are implemented
Wants tech firms to implement client-side scanning
The executable uses 'Sophos' in the ransom notice and the '.sophos' extension for encrypted files
An unauthenticated attacker may exploit the vulnerability to tamper with encrypted traffic, the company says
The tech giant becomes the latest to add its voice to those concerned that weakening encryption will ultimately prove damaging to everyone.
Security minister urges the company to implement strong safety measures to prevent a significant risk to child safety
Additional security for business users
Intended to address 'inappropriate behaviour'