How many unsolicited SMS were blocked by telcos?

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410.59 Million Unsolicited SMS Blocked in First Nine Months of the Year

Telecommunications companies successfully blocked a total of 410.59 million unsolicited Short Message Services (SMS) during the first nine months of the current year. This action was undertaken following directives from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) as part of ongoing efforts to combat online scams.
Blocked SMS Containing Hyperlinks

Between May 2 and September, telecommunication providers specifically blocked 19 million SMS messages that contained hyperlinks. These messages are often used as a vector for phishing attempts, directing users to fraudulent websites or platforms designed to steal personal information.
Broader Efforts Against Online Scams

The blocking of unsolicited SMS is part of a wider strategy to curb online fraud, which includes efforts to take down accounts, fraudulent content, and fake websites. From January 31 to October 31, the MCMC reported the removal of 4,013 accounts and fraudulent content, alongside the blocking of 1,764 fake websites specifically used for phishing scams.
Online Fraud Remains a Significant Cybersecurity Incident

Online fraud constitutes the highest category of cybersecurity incidents reported to Cyber999, operated by CyberSecurity Malaysia. Between January and October of this year, out of 4,898 reported incidents, a substantial 3,087 cases were directly related to online fraud, highlighting the persistent challenge posed by scammers.

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