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“We will be providing a free SIM card that uses the same number as your current SIM.”

 

Things to note:

  • Sent by an unregistered number
  • Mention of network upgrade to add a sense of legitimacy
  • Mention of needing the new SIM to continue the service to force the recipient to comply

Sample screenshot was created to reflect a similar case.

Tags: SIM Swap Scam, Smishing

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