What is the primary goal of a SIM swap attack?
The Absolute Beginners Guide to Cybersecurity 2023 - Part 4 - Protecting Yourself Against SIM Card Swap Fraud

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To gain control over the victim's phone number
To change the victim's phone carrier
To damage the victim's SIM card
To steal the victim's phone
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What type of information do hackers need to successfully execute a SIM swap attack?
Technical specifications of the victim's phone
The victim's internet browsing history
The victim's email contacts
Personal information about the victim
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In the example of the journalist, what was one of the consequences of the SIM swap attack?
The journalist's phone was physically stolen
The journalist's SIM card was destroyed
The journalist's phone number was changed
The journalist's social media accounts were hacked
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What is a common sign that you might be a victim of a SIM swap attack?
Receiving a new phone in the mail
Getting a new phone number
Sudden loss of phone service
Receiving a large phone bill
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What should you do first if you suspect a SIM swap attack?
Contact your bank
Buy a new SIM card
Change your phone number
Call your phone carrier
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Which of the following is a recommended preventive measure against SIM swap attacks?
Setting up a PIN with your carrier
Sharing your PIN on social media
Using your phone number for all online accounts
Ignoring security questions
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Why is it advised not to use your phone number for two-factor authentication?
It is not secure against SIM swap attacks
It is difficult to remember
It is too expensive
It is not supported by most websites
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