How to avoid a SIM swap scam

Forbright Bank reports that SIM swap scams are currently rising. In these fraudulent schemes, criminals hijack phone numbers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive accounts. To prevent these attacks, users should implement security measures to protect their mobile identities. The reports emphasize the growing threat of these scams, highlighting the need for vigilance among bank customers to ensure their personal information and financial assets remain secure from criminals targeting mobile phone numbers for account access.