How a SIM farm like the one found near the UN threatens telecom networks
News Source : Associated Press
News Summary
- SIM farms are hardware devices that can hold numerous SIM cards from different mobile operators.
- These devices then exploit voice over internet protocol (VoIP) technology to send and receive bulk messages or calls.
- In this case, the devices were concentrated within 35 miles of the U.N. building.
- The investigation is ongoing, but forensic analysts currently believe the system could have been used to send encrypted messages to organized crime groups, cartels and terrorist organizations.
- Officials also warned of the havoc the network could have caused if left intact.
NEW YORK (AP) The U.S. Secret Service has found and is quietly dismantling a massive network of SIM farms across the New York area just as world leaders gather for meetings at the United Nations.Ma [+3600 chars]
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