# Trump Mobile hack and apparent lack of FCC authorization raise security alarms

https://mins.news/en/item/92382

- Ars Technica, 2026-10-08 20:39 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/10/trump-mobile-doesnt-seem-to-have-fcc-authorization-for-phone-service-senator-says/

> Sen. Maggie Hassan said Trump Mobile appears to lack required authorization for international calls and has not filed a required robocall-fighting plan. She also questioned its compliance with FCC filing rules, citing a reported theft of 3,615 customers’ personal data and the company’s confirmation that a vendor exposed customer information online.

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