T-Mobile, the third-largest carrier in the United States, that has recently completed a $26 billion merger with Sprint, announced that it had experienced a second data breach in December, 2020. The security breach may have revealed call-related information and phone numbers of some of its customers. According to the company, it recently discovered illegal access to some customer account information, including data that T-Mobile collects on its customers when considering the provision of mobile services. However, the company reported that the information affected by the violation did not include the customer’s account names, physical or email addresses, financial data, credit card information, social security numbers, tax IDs, passwords or PINs. The information accessed by hackers is known as Customer Proprietary Network Information (CPNI). This data can include call records, such as when the call was made, how long it lasted, the caller’s phone number and destination phone numbers,…
The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has issued Facebook a penalty notice requiring the payment of £500,000 due to “a very serious data incident”. The fine is the maximum that can be imposed under the United Kingdom’s Data Protection Act 1998, which was the ruling document when the incidents occurred. “We considered these contraventions to be so serious we imposed the maximum penalty under the previous legislation. The fine would inevitably have been significantly higher under the GDPR. One of our main motivations for taking enforcement action is to drive meaningful change in how organisations handle people’s personal data,” commented the UK’s Information Commissioner, Elizabeth Denham. The data breach incidents occurred between 2007 and 2014, when Facebook failed to properly monitor the developers using the Facebook platform to build apps, and allowed them access to user information without clear consent. This particular case concerned Aleksandr Kogan and his…
A major data breach at SK Telecom exposed sensitive subscriber information, including USIM and IMSI data. The incident, traced to 2022, has prompted security upgrades and international collaboration. South Korea and the U.S. are now working to align cybersecurity standards and expand cooperation.
In the recent Odido security breach, the personal data of over 6 million customers was compromised. This incident exemplifies the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures in the telecommunications sector. Odido has responded proactively by engaging cybersecurity experts. Training can be pivotal in preventing phishing and social engineering attacks.
SK Telecom, a leader in VoIP technology, is boosting its data infrastructure with plans to expand its data center in Ulsan, South Korea, and build a new facility in Vietnam. Integrating cutting-edge technology, these advancements solidify SK Telecom’s commitment to enhancing data services, supporting the global shift towards advanced technological solutions.
SK Telecom faced a cybersecurity breach affecting 26.9 million customers, highlighting security challenges in the telecom industry. With USIM card shortages resolved, SKT resumes new subscriber acquisitions, having established a robust reservation system.
T-Mobile has been fined $60 million by CFIUS after failing to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data and delaying incident reporting. The violations occurred during their integration with Sprint, raising national security concerns. T-Mobile has since improved data handling to prevent future mishandlings. Stay informed with the latest VoIP news.
In a recent privacy breach, Telstra revealed that a technical fault exposed the personal details of over 24,000 customers with silent numbers. This incident has raised serious concerns about data security, especially for VoIP users seeking privacy. Telstra is now taking steps to enhance protections and prevent future breaches.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued fines totaling $196 million to major US telecommunications operators for unlawfully sharing customers’ location data. This action comes more than five years after the violation was initially exposed.
Darryll Dewan, CEO of Total Site Solutions (TSS), unveils the dynamic landscape of data centers in 2024. TSS’s report highlights key trends: modular data centers’ rise, heightened security needs, sustainability emphasis, and the widening skills gap. Dewan emphasizes adaptability amid AI-driven shifts, underscoring the need for proactive planning and collaboration.


