eSIM can be used by hackers to access your bank accounts, here's how to protect yourself.

 

eSIMs: Technology has made our lives easier, but hackers are exploiting it to trap people in their nets. Russia's cybersecurity firm 'F.A.C.C. T has warned users who use eSIM to stay vigilant. Essentially, eSIM swappers have changed their attack tactics to steal people's phone numbers and bypass digital security. The firm has found that in just one case last year, attempts were made nearly a hundred times to access people's personal accounts.

eSIMs:

Before delving into the news further, it's essential to understand eSIM. eSIMs function like digital SIMs, residing in people's phones just like physical SIMs. They can be added to the device by scanning the QR code provided by the service provider.

This technology is becoming quite popular among smartphone manufacturers, and they are removing the physical SIM card slot from mobile phones.

Reports suggest that SIM swappers have begun to crack the eSIM technology and can gain access to people's phone numbers, bank details, and more. By using stolen or leaked credentials, they hijack users' mobile accounts and transfer mobile numbers to their devices. During this process, the victim's mobile number is hijacked, and the eSIM is deactivated.

What can happen next?

Once access to mobile phone numbers is obtained, criminals can gain access to many services, including banks and messaging apps, and even obtain two-factor authentication. By doing so, they can transfer money from users' accounts.

How to protect yourself:

To avoid falling victim to attacks involving eSIM swapping, users should use unique passwords. It's important to keep the security of e-banking services tight when using them on the phone. Do not share any details with anyone and change the password immediately if you feel threatened.