If you are a victim of an SMS bombing attack or receive fraudulent messages, you should use the following official channels:

Beyond criminal prosecutions, the UAE has also taken extensive administrative action against unsolicited and fraudulent messaging. In May 2026, the Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade imposed on 159 companies for violating telemarketing regulations, reflecting the seriousness with which authorities treat unwanted communications at all levels.

Authorities view SMS bombing as:

Activate DND mode on your iPhone or Android to silence notifications from unknown senders.

For official updates on digital safety in the region, refer to the UAE Cybersecurity Council

Historically viewed as a tool for juvenile pranks among tech-savvy individuals, SMS bombing has evolved. In the context of the UAE, it is increasingly utilized for:

The SMS alerts sent through this rogue network contained convincing logos and language designed to deceive online banking users. Recipients were directed to malicious links where their personal data and financial credentials were harvested. The court ordered the confiscation of all seized devices and ruled that the defendants be .

(Is this for personal security or a corporate compliance audit?) Service provider (Are you using an Etisalat or du line?)

Reach out to your network provider (e& or du) to report the ongoing attack. The carriers can analyze network traffic, identify the specific IP addresses or API endpoints originating the flood, and implement temporary blocks on the network level to halt the delivery of those specific automated texts. 5. Report the Incident to Cyber Cops