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Busting SIM Swappers and SIM Swap Myths

Krebs on Security

REACT Lieutenant John Rose said in addition to or in lieu of stealing cryptocurrency, some SIM swappers will relieve victims of highly prized social media account names (also known as “ OG accounts “) — usually short usernames that can convey an aura of prestige or the illusion of an early adopter on a given social network.

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