7/1/2026, 11:45:00 AM
Decision summary
Track prevention controls such as SIM locks and app authenticators by institution.
Verify payments independently
Do not release goods or funds until you confirm inside your bank app.
Escalate suspicious requests
Use the official support channel instead of replying to the scam chat.
Report identifiers
Send handles, phone numbers, and payment links so TrustOps can corroborate.
Playbook sections
Attackers collect enough personal information to convince a telecom channel to replace or port the victim's SIM.
After gaining the line, they receive SMS OTPs, reset passwords, and attempt transfers before the victim notices.
Contact the mobile network fraud desk and bank immediately. Ask for a SIM lock, block affected accounts, and move critical logins to app-based authentication.
Do not wait for service to return on its own if financial accounts are tied to the line.
Track prevention controls such as SIM locks and app authenticators by institution.
Forum status
This public thread is a moderated briefing surface. Fresh evidence and supporting notes go through reviewed submission routes before TrustOps updates the public thread. Use reports for incident evidence, Ask TrustOps for questions, and fraud cards for card-specific deliberation.
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