Telecom Security and the Rise of Secure Messaging

This chapter explores recent developments in telecommunications security, particularly addressing the Salt Typhoon surveillance program and the FCC's new directives to enhance security against unauthorized wiretapping. It discusses the shift towards more secure communication apps like Signal and WhatsApp, highlighting the vulnerabilities in traditional SMS and the impact of network-based attacks on telecom infrastructure. The chapter concludes by critiquing existing cybersecurity regulations and the challenges of self-assessment among communication service providers.