Researchers found that an encryption algorithm likely used by law enforcement and special forces can have weaknesses that could allow an attacker to listen in.

Researchers found that an encryption algorithm likely used by law enforcement and special forces can have weaknesses that could allow an attacker to listen in.

  • Optional@lemmy.worldEnglish
    20·
    10 days ago

    The flaws remained unknown publicly until their disclosure, because ETSI refused for decades to let anyone examine the proprietary algorithms.

    Cool

    • 9point6@lemmy.worldEnglish
      9·
      10 days ago

      Well I’m sure if you’re a criminal trying to access police radio and you figure it out, it’s not really in your interests to let everyone know about it