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TRAI steps up fight against spam calls, orders telecom operators to blacklist entities

YourStoryYourStory · 12m ago
TRAI steps up fight against spam calls, orders telecom operators to blacklist entities
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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has instructed telecom operators to disconnect and blacklist businesses that use bulk connections for spam calls. Entities found guilty can be blacklisted for up to two years and won't receive any new resources from telecoms. This directive includes spam and fraud calls made over traditional phone lines and online platforms like WhatsApp. TRAI has also set deadlines for implementing measures like whitelisting URLs and ensuring traceability of message flow. The decision was made during a meeting with heads of telecom service providers. TRAI had previously asked operators to improve their mobile apps and web portals for spam complaint registration.

Crackdown on pesky telemarketers: TRAI asks telcos to curb misuse of msg headers, content templates

YourStoryYourStory · 11m ago
Crackdown on pesky telemarketers: TRAI asks telcos to curb misuse of msg headers, content templates
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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has directed telecom service providers to take action against pesky telemarketers to protect consumers and prevent fraudulent practices. From September 1, 2024, messaging services will be prohibited from transmitting unauthorized URLs, OTT links, or callback numbers. Message traceability will also be enhanced starting November 1, 2024. TRAI has cracked down on unregistered telemarketers and implemented measures such as disconnecting telecom resources and blacklisting them. The authority has also introduced punitive measures for non-compliance with content templates and header guidelines. These efforts aim to ensure a secure messaging ecosystem and consumer protection.

LockBit ransomware officially returns — hackers hit back with new attacks following apparent shutdown

TechradarTechradar · 1y ago
LockBit ransomware officially returns — hackers hit back with new attacks following apparent shutdown
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LockBit, a notorious ransomware operator, has reemerged with new encryptors, infrastructure, and data leak and negotiation websites. Researchers at Zscaler found that new LockBit victims received ransom notes with different Tor URLs for further instructions. Two new encryptor variants were also discovered. LockBit's negotiation server is back in operation but only for new victims. The reappearance of LockBit comes after the UK's National Crime Agency (NCA) and international partners dismantled its infrastructure, gaining access to decryptors and stolen data. LockBit's owners later claimed to have been targeted due to sensitive information stolen from Fulton County, potentially impacting the US election.

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