Can a SIM SWAP Steal Your Number and Bank?
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A SIM swap attack can give hackers control over your phone number without even touching your device. Learn how criminals execute this scam and how you can protect your digital life with three simple steps. Chapters: 00:00 They Own Your Number 00:16 How It Works 00:29 Phase Two: The Call 00:45 Attack Success Timeline 01:00 Defense One: Carrier PIN 01:16 Defense Three: Credit Freeze Sources & further reading: • FBI — https://www.fbi.gov • Krebs on Security — https://krebsonsecurity.com • Federal Trade Commission — https://www.ftc.gov • Duo Security — https://duo.com • Javelin Strategy & Research — https://www.javelinstrategy.com • CNET — https://www.cnet.com
