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Why Your Phone Number Could Be Your Biggest Weakness

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What if I told you that even with two-factor authentication turned on, hackers could still drain your bank account?
That’s exactly what happened to a Maryland woman who lost $17,000 in a matter of hours—all because of a SIM card swap scam. In this episode, we’re breaking down how these scams work, why they’re on the rise, and what you can do to protect yourself before it’s too late.
Here’s what we’ll cover:

  • How fraudsters trick phone carriers into transferring your number to their SIM

  • Why two-factor authentication via text isn’t as safe as you think

  • The devastating financial and emotional impact on victims

  • Practical steps you can take—like porting PINs and authenticator apps—to secure your accounts

  • What big companies like Verizon and Bank of America are doing (and not doing) about it

This isn’t just a cybersecurity issue—it’s a wake-up call. If scammers can bypass our most common protections, what’s next?
If you ever want to buy or sell a property anywhere in the world, our team would be honored to help get you to your next destination.
Until next time, stay curious, stay hungry, and as always… stay ALL IN!
Amit Bhuta
COMPASS
ALL IN Miami Group
Licensed Real Estate Agent
(305) 439-3031 Mobile
[email protected]
ALLinMiami.com

  continue reading

159 episodes

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Manage episode 505081319 series 3620270
Content provided by Amit Bhuta. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Amit Bhuta or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

What if I told you that even with two-factor authentication turned on, hackers could still drain your bank account?
That’s exactly what happened to a Maryland woman who lost $17,000 in a matter of hours—all because of a SIM card swap scam. In this episode, we’re breaking down how these scams work, why they’re on the rise, and what you can do to protect yourself before it’s too late.
Here’s what we’ll cover:

  • How fraudsters trick phone carriers into transferring your number to their SIM

  • Why two-factor authentication via text isn’t as safe as you think

  • The devastating financial and emotional impact on victims

  • Practical steps you can take—like porting PINs and authenticator apps—to secure your accounts

  • What big companies like Verizon and Bank of America are doing (and not doing) about it

This isn’t just a cybersecurity issue—it’s a wake-up call. If scammers can bypass our most common protections, what’s next?
If you ever want to buy or sell a property anywhere in the world, our team would be honored to help get you to your next destination.
Until next time, stay curious, stay hungry, and as always… stay ALL IN!
Amit Bhuta
COMPASS
ALL IN Miami Group
Licensed Real Estate Agent
(305) 439-3031 Mobile
[email protected]
ALLinMiami.com

  continue reading

159 episodes

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