the near future,US law enforcement agencies announce that they are utilizingtwo thousand and twenty-oneyearSky ECCThe data leaked after the encrypted telephone network was hacked, investigating international criminal cases.

Sky ECCIt is aSky GlobalPaid DevelopmentEnd to end encryptionA messaging application that provides end-to-end encrypted communication services aimed at protecting users' communication content from being intercepted by third parties.The company not only develops encrypted messaging services, but also engages in manufacturing and salesGPSmodularSmartphones with cameras and microphones.Therefore, this product is used by many criminals, Sky ECCAnd its accompanying special smartphones enable criminals to communicate with each other through text“colleague”Communicate without worrying about being eavesdropped on by the police or other third parties.

two thousand and twenty-oneyearHackers successfully invadedSky ECCThe system has obtained millions of encrypted messages.These messages contain information about criminals passing throughSky ECCThe key information for conducting illegal activities, such as the planning and coordination of criminal activities such as drug smuggling and money laundering. After being attacked by hackers and experiencing data breaches,Sky ECCThe operatorSky GlobalThe operation of the service has been stopped.This incident has dealt a significant blow to criminals who rely on the service for illegal activities.

Sky ECCEncryption communication application

Afterwards, the leaked data was obtained by law enforcement agencies in multiple countries and used to investigate international criminal cases. EuropeThe police utilizeSky ECCHackers attacked data and arrested multiple drug lords and their members in the Balkan region，And seized a large amount of drugs, cash, and weapons. In the United States, law enforcement agencies also use this data to investigate international crime cases, including Milos·The investigation and arrest of the Radon Qiqi case.In Milos·In the Radon Qiqi case, these leaked data played a crucial role, and Radon Qiqi utilized themSky ECCCoordinate the transportation of illegal substances through communication tools, and ultimately be arrested in Italy and extradited to the United States.

This is not the first time that encrypted communication services have been hacked, previous encryption systemsEncroChatAnd encrypted communication platformANOMDue to similar circumstances, its data has been used by law enforcement agencies as evidence for arresting thousands of people. This incident and beforeEncroChatandANOMThe closure undoubtedly brought a huge impact to the encrypted communication service market. Users' trust in encrypted communication services may decrease, while service providers need to reconsiderReview and strengthen its security measures. At the same time, this has also prompted discussions on the regulation of encrypted communication services, including whether stricter laws and regulations are needed to regulate the use and operation of such services.

EuropeThe police utilizeSky ECCData has arrested multiple drug lords and seized a large amount of drugs, cash, and weapons

This incident demonstrates the importance of cooperation and information sharing among international law enforcement agencies in combating transnational crime.butLaw enforcement agencies use data leaked through hacker attacks for investigationalsoThis has sparked legal and ethical controversies. On the one hand, these data provide important clues for combating crime; On the other hand, this has also raised concerns about personal privacy protection and communication security among peopleWorried.

Encryption communication tools were originally designed to protect users' communication privacy and prevent unauthorized access. However, when these tools are used by criminals to plan and coordinate illegal activities, theyIt has also becomeObstacles that law enforcement agencies find difficult to penetrate. thisSky ECCThe data breach incident indicates that while encrypted communication services protect user privacy, they may also be exploited by criminals to evade surveillance. Even highly encrypted services are not absolutely secure and there is a risk of being hacked. Therefore, while enjoying the convenience brought by encrypted communication, we also need to be alert to its potential risks.

Related to Europe and AmericaLaw enforcement agencies have access toSky ECCThe leaked data and significant achievements in multiple investigations and arrests demonstrate the determination and capability of law enforcement agencies in combating transnational crime. However, this has also sparked controversy over whether law enforcement agencies have the authority to access encrypted communication data. How to find a balance between protecting personal privacy and maintaining public safety is an urgent issue that needs to be addressed.In addition,Law enforcement agencies should comply with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical norms when conducting investigations using leaked data，We also need to constantly explore new methods and means in combating crime.