Attackers use socially engineered SMS messages and malware to compromise tens of thousands of devices and drain user bank accounts. Attackers are impersonating the Iranian government in a widespread SMS…
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Telcos to get expanded scam-blocking powers through telecommunications law amendment
The federal government has announced it will amend telecommunications legislation to provide telcos with the ability to block scam SMS messages. “The regulatory amendment we have enacted provides the telecommunications…
US Securities and Exchange Commission Is Warning Investors
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a warning to US investors about scammers impersonating SEC employees via phone calls, voicemails, emails, and letters in government imposter scams. The…