The Justice Department and Apple are waging yet another battle over the contents of an alleged terrorist’s iPhone. And once again, Apple is taking the right position, while the government is prioritizing its short-term needs over the long-term security of consumers worldwide. The FBI has both of Alshamrani’s iPhones, but it says it cannot unlock them without his password. And you don’t get better security by pressuring companies to ensure that their digital locks can be picked on demand. That’s the long-term damage the Justice Department is threatening, and Apple should keep resisting it.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 16, 2020 10:52 UTC