A SIM swap attack is a sophisticated form of identity theft where hackers hijack your phone number by transferring it to a new SIM card.
1. Information Gathering 2. Impersonation: 3. SIM Swap: 4. Account Access
SIM swap attacks can lead to: Financial loss, Identity theft, Compromised accounts, Widespread data breaches
Use app-based 2FA (e.g., Google Authenticator). Set up account PINs with your carrier. Be cautious about sharing personal information online.
By understanding the risks and taking proactive steps, you can protect yourself from SIM swap attacks.