- What: SMS Blaster attacks use smishing to target mobile users
- Impact: Mobile users in Canada
blog May 14, 2026 SMS Blaster Attacks Target Mobile Users with Large-Scale Smishing Campaigns Zimperium In a story recently reported by The Record , cybercriminals in Canada are using SMS “blaster” devices to send mass smishing messages directly to nearby mobile phones, bypassing traditional carrier networks and enabling large-scale credential theft and fraud campaigns. Read the story at The Record here . Mobile Threat Watch Series Latest News May 13, 2026 World Cup 2026 Raises Mobile Network Cybersecurity Concerns May 12, 2026 European Organizations Struggle to Detect AI-Driven Cyberattacks