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The Ministry of the Interior and Safety warned on July 11th that smishing (SMS phishing) crimes related to the 'Livelihood Recovery Consumer Coupon' are expected to surge as the application and distribution period begins. The ministry particularly emphasized that any consumer coupon notification text containing URL links is "100% fraud." Background of Surging Smishing Crimes As the government's Livelihood Recovery Consumer Coupon policy for economic stimulus enters full implementation, fraudsters are exploiting this program for criminal activities. Scammers are impersonating government agencies, card companies, and banks to send fake text messages about eligibility notifications, amount guidance, card usage approval, and applications. The Ministry of the Interior and Safety firmly stated, "If any consumer coupon-related notification text contains URL links, it is 100% fraud." The key point is that the government does not include links in any consu...

SK Telecom has unveiled comprehensive countermeasures following a recent major hacking incident, with CEO Yoo Young-sang announcing the waiver of termination fees for affected customers and a massive 700 billion won security investment plan over the next five years. Immediate Customer Support Measures In response to the data breach that compromised customer information, SK Telecom has implemented direct compensation measures for affected users. The decision to waive termination fees for customers who wish to cancel their services represents a significant step toward minimizing customer burden during this crisis. The company has also initiated a comprehensive system-wide security audit to accurately assess the extent of the damage and prevent future incidents. Unprecedented Security Investment The announced 700 billion won security investment over five years represents the largest commitment of its kind among South Korean ...

Cybersecurity Innovation Focus Fasoo organized a comprehensive seminar on AI and security convergence strategies, bringing together industry experts to discuss latest trends and response measures in the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Original: https://trendy.storydot.kr/society/fasoo-ai-security-convergence-seminar