Technology & Hacking · VIDEO
SMS blaster: how spam filter bypassing devices work
SMS blasters exploit vulnerabilities in the 2G protocol to send scam messages directly to smartphones, bypassing operator filters. Find out how to protect yo...
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- SMS blasters simulate mobile antennas and send scam messages by exploiting the less secure 2G protocol, which lacks rigorous verification.
- Malicious devices pose as the network with the strongest signal, forcing smartphones to connect and receiving messages that appear legitimate.
- Google Phone's anti-fraud protection on some Pixel devices can help intercept suspicious messages, but user caution remains the most effective defense.
- Always verify the authenticity of messages through the official app or the bank's website, without entering sensitive data starting from an SMS.
