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Is Your Travel eSIM Secure? What enterprises should require from a trusted connectivity provider.

eSIM Security

 The Convenience That Comes with a Hidden Cost 

Travel eSIMs have made mobile connectivity simpler than ever. A quick QR code scan, instant activation and your device is ready to roam. 

But when it comes to enterprise use, convenience can come at a price. 
Recent research has shown that many consumer travel eSIMs: 

  • Route traffic through unverified servers in territories without privacy protections. 
  • Allow unregulated third-party resellers to access location or user data. 
  • Lack transparent security and compliance controls. 

For businesses handling sensitive data, these are not minor concerns; they’re real vulnerabilities. 

Why Consumer eSIMs Aren’t Enterprise-Ready 

Consumer eSIMs are built for tourists, not for teams handling corporate information, financial data, or remote access. 
They often lack: 

  • Secure data routing (Resellers rarely check where their users’ data goes) 
  • Management visibility (no way for IT teams to monitor or block activity) 
  • Contractual guarantees or SLAs 
  • Integration with enterprise mobility or MDM systems 

For CISOs and IT leaders, that means no visibility and no accountability. An unacceptable risk when employees connect abroad. 

The Enterprise Alternative: Telecom26’s Secure Travel eSIM 

At Telecom26, we take a different approach. Our Business Travel eSIM is purpose-built for enterprises that need global connectivity without compromising security, visibility, or compliance. 

Operator-Owned Global Core 
Your data stays within Telecom26’s secure, independent global network, not shared through third-party intermediaries. 

Multi-Network Access 
Stay connected across 1,100+ networks in 200+ countries, automatically switching to the best available connection. 

Centralized Control 
Manage every eSIM from one platform. View usage, set policies, and suspend SIMs instantly. 

Enterprise-Grade Security 
Private APNs, VPN options, and full data encryption keeping corporate traffic safe wherever your employee’s travel. 

Real-World Risks: When “Simple” Becomes Dangerous 

Imagine a financial executive using a consumer eSIM during a business trip. 
Unknown to them, the eSIM routes all data through a proxy server abroad. That includes email logins, app sessions, and even VPN traffic all potentially exposed outside company control. 

These are not hypothetical risks they’re already documented in research presented at the USENIX Security Symposium. 

Learn More and Protect Your Business 

Don’t let a cheap travel eSIM compromise your company’s data integrity. 
Download our free Telecom26 eSIM Security Report to understand: 

  • The latest vulnerabilities found in consumer eSIMs. 
  • How Telecom26 mitigates these risks. 
  • What enterprises should require from a trusted connectivity provider. 

 Download the Telecom26 eSIM Security Report 

See the Difference in Action 

Want to experience secure global connectivity first-hand? 
👉 Request your free Telecom26 Travel eSIM Trial


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