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How Do Criminals Get My Info?

To successfully commit this type of fraud, a scammer starts by obtaining your information, such as email, home address and phone number. Additional personal data is then gathered through various methods, such as phishing emails, spyware or corporate data leaks where personal records are shared on the dark web. Once the hacker has this information, they may call us pretending to be you in order to transfer your phone number to a new SIM card and device.

Hackers may also attempt to get info from you directly. This is done by phishing, vishing or smishing.

Phishing is the practice of sending fraudulent emails appearing to be from reputable companies with the aim of tricking individuals into revealing sensitive data such as passwords and credit card numbers, often through an embedded link in the email.

Vishing occurs when hackers make phone calls or leave voice messages, claiming to be from reputable companies in hopes of obtaining bank details and credit card numbers. Hackers may attempt to obtain funds from credit cards, Western Union messages, promotional offerings, etc.

Smishing uses text messages claiming to be from reputable companies to deceive individuals into revealing personal credit records, passwords and financial information. An embedded link or telephone number urges potential fraud victims to call back right away.

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