Security · 1d ago
SIM Swap Attack Shows How Phone Numbers Are Weak Security Links
A SIM swap attack allowed a hacker to steal a victim's phone number and nearly take over his accounts. The attack bypassed SMS-based two-factor authentication by tricking the mobile carrier. Experts urge users to adopt app-based authenticators or hardware keys instead.
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This story underscores a well-known vulnerability: SMS-based 2FA is dangerously weak, yet many services still rely on it.
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