Slate News What Next TBD: If They Can Get Sydney Sweeney They Can Get You
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Aug 4, 2024 
Joseph Cox, an investigative reporter and cofounder of 404 Media, dives into the shocking risks of telecom security following the massive hack involving AT&T and Sydney Sweeney’s compromised information. He unpacks the dangers of SIM swapping, highlighting how easily hackers can exploit telecom vulnerabilities. The conversation emphasizes the negligence of telecom companies and the pressing need for improved data protection standards. Cox also provides tips on safeguarding personal information in this perilous digital landscape.
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Sydney Sweeney Hack
- Hackers stole Sydney Sweeney's phone number and promoted a memecoin via her Twitter account.
- They accessed her Twitter account by taking over her Verizon phone number.
SIM Swapping Explained
- SIM swapping involves tricking a telecom company into transferring control of a phone number to hackers.
- This grants hackers access to calls, texts, and crucial two-factor authentication codes.
Telecom Hacks
- Hackers target telecom companies due to their vast sensitive data.
- AT&T suffered a major breach affecting over 100 million customers' call and text data.