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The data is encrypted and requires an on-device key to unlock it, Apple doesn't have the key[0]. If you lose a device, the data can also be decrypted via a devi
by easton 6y ago
The data is encrypted and requires an on-device key to unlock it, Apple doesn't have the key[0]. If you lose a device, the data can also be decrypted via a device's passcode + 2FA. (Or, alternatively, without 2FA, you make up another key that is needed to access the data)[1]
[0]: https://support.apple.com/guide/security/cloudkit-end-to-end-encryption-sec3cac31735/1/web/1 https://support.apple.com/guide/security/cloudkit-end-to-end...
[1]: https://support.apple.com/guide/security/icloud-keychain-recovery-secdeb202947/1/web/1 https://support.apple.com/guide/security/icloud-keychain-rec...
- hvidgaard 6y agoIf they can decrypt the data if you lose the device, it by definition do not require an on-device only key. That is, Apple do have the key outside the device.