<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>SMS phishing (smishing) is on the rise globally, exploiting the vulnerabilities in mobile communication systems that remain loosely protected compared to email phishing.</li><li>India faces an increase in link-based cyber frauds, with Bharti Airtel leading by implementing an AI-powered fraud detection system for user protection.</li><li>The shift to Rich Communication Services (RCS) has unintended consequences, as encryption meant to enhance privacy also shields attackers, creating loopholes for exploitation.</li><li>Experts emphasize the need for a multi-faceted approach including structural fixes, user education, identity verification, and policy reform to combat smishing effectively.</li></ul>

SIMs, RCS and Verified Senders: The Protocol Loopholes Powering Global Smishing

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