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Safaricom API Warns Banks about SIM Swaps

Banks and other businesses can safeguard against account takeover fraud by checking if a customer's SIM has recently been replaced.

Thefts Force Suspension of Jap Mobile Payment Service on Third Day after Launch

Criminals took control of 900 accounts for a new payments app from the Japanese operators of 7-Eleven convenience stores.

Victim Describes $100k SIM Port Attack

Sean Coonce explained how his cryptocurrency account was emptied after his mobile phone account was taken over.

SMS Used to Hijack UK Celebrity Twitter Accounts

Some questioned the ethics and legality of the stunt, but it does raise the question of why Twitter still allows users to manage their accounts via SMS.

BBC Flip Flops on SIM Swaps (and Other Frauds)

A fraudster steals from a victim's bank account after hijacking the victim's phone line. Which business is most responsible for the victim's loss? The BBC cannot make up its mind.

The Vulnerability of Voicemail

Security engineer Martin Vigo has shown how quick and easy it is to hack anybody's voicemail. That access can then be used to take control of WhatsApp, PayPal and more.

Thieves Target Phone Numbers of Cryptocurrency Geeks

Criminals systematically acquire control of key phone numbers by duping weak call center staff.
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