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This paper explores the potential of 5G technology to enhance mobile security. It does this by addressing the vulnerabilities inherent in 4G networks. Secure mobile communications are crucial, and over 5 billion mobile device users globally use them. This paper uses a case study of a high-profile businessman to illustrate risks such as location tracking and data exploitation through 4G vulnerabilities. The focus is on Torpedo, Piercer, and IMSI-cracking attacks. The paper highlights how 5G advancements address these attacks. These advancements include improved paging protocols, the Subscription Concealed Identifier (SUCI), and enhanced encryption. This paper also looks at the disadvantages of implementing 5G technology. While 5G may offer substantial security improvements, this paper examines ongoing research to assess its effectiveness and fully identify new threats. This paper examines the importance of adopting 5G technology to safeguard mobile communications in an evolving digital landscape.

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From 4 to 5G: Enhancing Mobile Security in the Age of Next-Generation Networks

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  • 发表日期：

    2026年

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  • Ariel Sischy,
  • Khutso Lebea

摘要

This paper explores the potential of 5G technology to enhance mobile security. It does this by addressing the vulnerabilities inherent in 4G networks. Secure mobile communications are crucial, and over 5 billion mobile device users globally use them. This paper uses a case study of a high-profile businessman to illustrate risks such as location tracking and data exploitation through 4G vulnerabilities. The focus is on Torpedo, Piercer, and IMSI-cracking attacks. The paper highlights how 5G advancements address these attacks. These advancements include improved paging protocols, the Subscription Concealed Identifier (SUCI), and enhanced encryption. This paper also looks at the disadvantages of implementing 5G technology. While 5G may offer substantial security improvements, this paper examines ongoing research to assess its effectiveness and fully identify new threats. This paper examines the importance of adopting 5G technology to safeguard mobile communications in an evolving digital landscape.