US authorities have warned against using simple text messaging as the US undergoes a massive cyberattack on telecommunication companies
The FBI has warned against straight texting The FBI have issued a warning as America undergoes one of the largest intelligence compromises in US history. A massive cyberattack on telecommunication companies such as AT&T and Verizon has led to officials warning against sending texts. They say there is one thing you can do to protect your data though – and that is use encrypted messages.
’ WhatsApp is one platform that allows you to send encrypted messages The senior FBI official who wanted to remain anonymous said: ‘People looking to further protect their mobile device communications would benefit from considering using a cellphone that automatically receives timely operating system updates, responsibly managed encryption and phishing resistant multi-factor authentication for email, social media and collaboration tool accounts.
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