Compliance Crosswalk - Mobile Vulnerabilities: SIM Swap Attacks & Cellular Security

Mobile Vulnerabilities: SIM Swap Attacks & Cellular Security

04/27/23 • 18 min

After repeatedly falling victim to identity thieves through SIM swap attacks, a telecom engineer and entrepreneur, Haseeb Awan, decided to start his own carrier with security as its top priority. Today, Haseeb is the founder and CEO of EFANI Secure Mobile, a private cell phone service provider catering to individuals and organizations that need extra security.
On this episode of the Compliance Crosswalk Podcast, A-LIGN's Blaise Wabo and Haseeb Awan talk about the many security vulnerabilities associated with one's phone and cell service—and offer tips on how to further secure your identity.

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