Wiretapped: How Hackers Infiltrated Global Telecom Networks

Cyberside Chats: Cybersecurity Insights from the Experts

Recent telecom breaches have exposed a critical security risk for businesses everywhere. Nation-state hackers and cybercriminals are stealing metadata, tracking high-profile targets, and even intercepting calls—all without breaking into corporate networks. In this episode, we analyze major telecom hacks, including the Salt Typhoon breach, and share practical strategies for IT leaders to protect their organizations from targeted attacks using telecom data.

Key Takeaways:

• Strengthen authentication for financial transactions. Don’t rely on the phone!

• Train staff to recognize spoofed calls and phishing texts that mimic trusted partners. Stay aware – assume telecom metadata can be weaponized

• Limit what employees share over calls and texts. Consider using encrypted communications, such as Signal, for any highly sensitive conversations.

• Require telecom service providers to disclose security practices and past breaches

• Have a contingency plan for telecom outages, including backup communication channels and alternative ways to verify urgent requests.

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