Security News > 2025 > May > Phone theft is turning into a serious cybersecurity risk

Phone theft is a rising issue worldwide, and it’s more than just a property crime. It’s a serious cybersecurity threat. In the UK alone, the Metropolitan Police recovers 1,000 phones each week. Stolen phones don’t just go to local black markets. They often get funneled into larger criminal operations. For example, stolen phones can be used to bypass security features or be reprogrammed and resold. In 2024, Europol uncovered a massive phishing network that affected … More → The post Phone theft is turning into a serious cybersecurity risk appeared first on Help Net Security.

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