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A groundbreaking study presented at the Annual Computer Security Applications Conference exposes how unencrypted satellite transmissions from providers including T-Mobile are vulnerable to interception. Researchers found sensitive military communications, corporate data, and private citizen calls flowing openly through satellite networks.

Widespread Satellite Security Vulnerabilities Exposed

Groundbreaking research presented this week at the Annual Computer Security Applications Conference has revealed alarming security gaps in satellite internet services used by major providers including T-Mobile. The study demonstrates that unencrypted transmissions containing sensitive military communications, corporate data, and private citizen calls and texts can be intercepted using relatively inexpensive equipment. As first reported by Wired magazine, this vulnerability exposes fundamental security weaknesses in how satellite providers handle sensitive information.