Former MI6 Chief Warns of the Security Risks of the UK's Proposed Digital IDs
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- Richard Dearlove, former MI6 head, criticizes UK's digital identity system, warning it will be a prime target for enemies.
- Quantum computing could undermine the security of the proposed digital ID system, making it vulnerable to attacks.
- Chinese cyber spies have previously accessed UK data, exposing personal information of 40 million citizens.
- The UK's One Login system, part of the digital ID plan, has significant security flaws and lacks compliance with cyber standards.
- Estonia's digital ID system, often cited as a model, has faced breaches and may not scale to the UK's population.
- Digital ID systems risk becoming mandatory over time, as seen in other countries, despite initial claims of being optional.
- Security experts warn that centralized digital ID systems create a single point of failure for hackers and nation-state adversaries.
- Public support for digital ID in the UK has plummeted, with a petition against it gaining nearly 3 million signatures.
- Critics argue digital ID could lead to loss of privacy, increased surveillance, and potential social control mechanisms.
- The UK government's push for digital ID faces growing opposition, with concerns over security, privacy, and functionality.