Recognizing the widespread consequence of persistent scam calls on consumers, regulators are firmly introducing new measures designed to restrict these illegal communications. New legislation and governmental actions target both locating and penalizing perpetrators, while also allowing consumers with resources to prevent unwanted calls. This involv
Stopping Scam Calls: A Telecom and Regulator Showdown
The ongoing war against scam calls is reaching a fever pitch, with telecom companies and regulators locked in a high-stakes clash. Telecoms argue that they're already deploying robust technologies to combat the tide of these nuisance calls, pointing to caller ID verification, call blocking features, and partnerships with law enforcement. Regulators
Safeguarding 5G Networks Against SS7 Attacks
The emergence of 5G networks brings substantial enhancements in data rates and connectivity. Nonetheless, these advanced capabilities also present new vulnerabilities, particularly concerning the legacy Signalling System No. 7 (SS7) protocol. SS7 attacks can leverage weaknesses in this protocol to intercept sensitive user information, including cal