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Law enforcement initiates comprehensive probe into SKT due to alleged SIM card intrusion

Law enforcement officials have expanded their probe into the SK Telecom data breach, shifting their preliminary internal inquiry into a formal criminal investigation.

Law enforcement initiates comprehensive probe into SKT due to alleged SIM card intrusion

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Stuck in a SIM card pickle? Worry not, because SK Telecom's got a software-based solution up its sleeve called the 'USIM format.' This swanky new method is aimed at quelling the SIM card shortage caused by a recent data breach.

Instead of asking you to swap out your trusty SIM card for a brand new one (adios, old buddy!), the USIM format revamps the card's software, flushing out the compromised data while keeping the physical hardware untouched.

Here's the lowdown:

  • SK Telecom's currently got 1 million units for April and a whopping 5 million for May, but the real deal is that they need a staggering 25 million to cover all subscribers. Ouch.
  • But fear not! The USIM format updates the SIM's software, blocking unauthorized access like a boss, effectively mirroring the security benefits of a physical replacement without the logistical nightmares.

Now, there's no escaping a trip to the store – sorry folks! Customers will still need to drop by and complete system matching procedures after the software update to ensure everything runs smoothly.

High demand has already caused online reservation system failures and long lines at stores, leading SK Telecom to crank up development of the USIM format to address these issues.

The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency isn't mentioned in these reports, but SK Telecom's been working the scene to keep risks at bay through their USIM format and a nifty SIM Protection Service. Over 10 million subscribers have already enrolled in this service to protect against SIM swapping attacks. Stay safe, folks! 🚀😎

  1. SK Telecom's USIM format, a software-based solution, aims to alleviate the international business concern of a SIM card shortage caused by a data breach, with plans to provide 1 million units in April and 5 million in May, but the need is significantly larger at 25 million.
  2. The USIM format refreshes the SIM card's software, weed out compromised data, and denies unauthorized access, offering security benefits similar to a physical replacement without the logistical challenges.
  3. Despite the software update, customers are advised to visit stores to complete system matching procedures post-update, ensuring seamless operation.
  4. High demand for this service has already led to online reservation system failures and long lines at stores, prompting SK Telecom to escalate development of the USIM format to tackle these issues.
  5. To further secure subscribers from SIM swapping attacks, over 10 million users have registered for SK Telecom's SIM Protection Service, a measure taken in collaboration with the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency to minimize risks in general-news and crime-and-justice sectors.
SK Telecom is under scrutiny as police intensify their investigation into the data breach of their SIM cards, shifting their initial internal inquiry into a comprehensive criminal probe.

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