SIM swap
A SIM swap is an attack where someone convinces a carrier to move your number to their SIM, then receives your verification codes and resets your accounts.
What is SIM swap?
A SIM swap is an attack where someone convinces a carrier to move your number to their SIM, then receives your verification codes and resets your accounts.
Why temporary numbers help
Accounts that are not linked to your personal number cannot be hijacked through your carrier. Pair a temporary or rented number with an authenticator app for the second factor.