SS7 Hack Explained: What Can You Do About It?

Tags: 2020s Data and Computer Security Hacking Mobile SS7 Surveillance Telecoms World News

Authors: Gibbs, Samuel

Published: April 2016

URL: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2016/apr/19/ss7-hack-explained-mobile-phone-vulnerability-snooping-texts-calls

Abstract: This article explains the SS7 hack—which allowed hackers to listen to phone calls, read texts, and track mobile phones—recounts what lead to the hack, and gives solutions for people to protect their data. The article, geared towards a law audience, explains how systems can be hacked and what can be done about it, both by a consumer and by companies and the government.