Some Satellite Providers Fix Vulnerabilities, But Risks Remain

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After the study, some large providers, including T-Mobile, Walmart, and KPU, deployed fixes to encrypt satellite traffic.

However, many systems remain unprotected due to cost, technical challenges, or lack of awareness. Researchers caution that thousands of GEO satellite transponders could expose data across up to 40% of the Earth’s surface, highlighting a global privacy risk.

[EmTeam]

Fixing vulnerabilities is only half the battle — continuous monitoring is essential in satellite security.

[Rimon Khan]

The lingering risks show how space-based infrastructure still needs better cybersecurity standards.