Are there any reported cases of sim swapping targeting cryptocurrency traders?

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• Ely QNov 09, 2020 · 5 years ago
  Yes, there have been several reported cases of sim swapping attacks targeting cryptocurrency traders. In these attacks, hackers gain control of the victim's phone number by tricking the mobile carrier into transferring it to a new SIM card under their control. Once they have control of the phone number, they can bypass two-factor authentication and gain access to the victim's cryptocurrency accounts. These attacks have resulted in significant financial losses for some traders.
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• Lindsey DueMay 14, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Absolutely! Sim swapping attacks have become a major concern for cryptocurrency traders. Hackers have realized that gaining control of a trader's phone number can provide them with access to their valuable digital assets. By impersonating the trader and convincing the mobile carrier to transfer the number to a new SIM card, the attackers can bypass security measures and steal the trader's funds. It's crucial for traders to be aware of this threat and take steps to protect themselves.
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• LerahNov 02, 2021 · 4 years ago
  Yes, sim swapping attacks have unfortunately targeted cryptocurrency traders. These attacks involve hackers using social engineering techniques to convince mobile carriers to transfer a trader's phone number to a new SIM card under their control. Once they have control of the phone number, they can intercept two-factor authentication codes and gain unauthorized access to the trader's cryptocurrency accounts. It's important for traders to use additional security measures, such as hardware wallets, to protect their assets.
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• khasirMar 24, 2022 · 3 years ago
  As a third-party cryptocurrency exchange, BYDFi takes the security of its traders very seriously. While we cannot comment on specific cases, sim swapping attacks have been a concern for the entire cryptocurrency industry. It's important for traders to be vigilant and take steps to protect their accounts, such as using strong passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, and being cautious of phishing attempts. BYDFi also recommends using hardware wallets to store cryptocurrency securely.
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• ivan juniorAug 22, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Yes, there have been reported cases of sim swapping attacks targeting cryptocurrency traders. These attacks typically involve hackers gathering information about the trader, such as their phone number and email address, through various means. They then use this information to impersonate the trader and convince the mobile carrier to transfer the phone number to a new SIM card. Once they have control of the phone number, they can gain unauthorized access to the trader's cryptocurrency accounts. It's important for traders to be cautious and take steps to protect their personal information.
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• kndbbdkj bFeb 26, 2023 · 2 years ago
  Certainly! Sim swapping attacks have been a growing concern for cryptocurrency traders. These attacks involve hackers using social engineering tactics to convince mobile carriers to transfer a trader's phone number to a new SIM card under their control. Once they have control of the phone number, they can bypass security measures and gain access to the trader's cryptocurrency accounts. Traders should be aware of this threat and take steps to secure their accounts, such as using unique and strong passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, and regularly monitoring their accounts for any suspicious activity.
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