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Q: How is it possible for someone to steal my bank money if I have my mobile in my hand?
A: Thieves don't need your physical phone, only your number. By deceiving the operator, they obtain a duplicate of your SIM card. Once they have your line active on their device, they receive your bank's SMS verification codes and can empty your accounts in minutes.
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Q: What strange signals on my phone should make me suspect that I am a victim of fraud?
A: The ultimate red alert is suddenly running out of coverage in places where you always have a good signal. If you see the message 'No service' or 'Emergency calls only' and it isn't solved by restarting, someone has likely deactivated your SIM to activate a fraudulent copy.
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Q: What can I do today so that no one can request a duplicate of my SIM card without my permission?
A: You must immediately call your phone operator and demand that they activate an additional security password or PIN for any administrative procedure. Furthermore, it is vital that you stop using SMS as a double-factor method in your bank and switch to authentication apps.
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Q: Is it safe to give my phone number on social networks or free giveaway websites?
A: It is a high-risk practice. Cybercriminals collect these numbers to identify potential victims and obtain personal information that they later use to deceive operators. Keep your number private and only give it to fully trusted platforms with robust data protection systems.
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