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Posted on Jan 25, 2024

Maryland woman loses $17K in SIM card swap scam despite two-factor authentication

LTC Eugene Chu

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Latest scam tactic that bypasses two factor authentication is SIM card swap. Criminals buy new phone, use your number, activate and steal identity. To prevent, ensure carrier knows it is you, have PIN for phone, use Face ID and maintain OPSEC.

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Posted 8 mo ago

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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel

Posted 8 mo ago

LTC Eugene Chu Thanks for the Heads Up!

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Posted 8 mo ago

Good info.

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Maryland woman loses $17K in SIM card swap scam despite two-factor authentication

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