Secret Service Seizes Network Equipment Capable of Disrupting Cellular Networks Near U.N. General Assembly
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Summary
The Secret Service discovered and seized a sophisticated illicit network of equipment in the New York region that was capable of shutting down cellular networks. The cache included more than 100,000 SIM cards and 300 servers that could disable cellular towers or conduct surveillance. The discovery occurred as foreign leaders were preparing to gather nearby for the annual U.N. General Assembly meeting, though investigators stated there was no specific evidence that the operation threatened the U.N. event.
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Investigators said there was no specific evidence that the operation threatened the U.N. General Assembly meeting this week
The Secret Service discovered more than 100,000 SIM cards and 300 servers, which could disable cellular towers or be used to conduct surveillance
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