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SK Telecom to Provide Free SIM Replacements After Cyberattack

South Korea's largest mobile carrier will offer free USIM and eSIM replacements starting April 28, following a breach that exposed subscriber data to potential misuse.

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This photo provided by SK Telecom Co. shows the company's headquarters in Seoul. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)

Overview

  • SK Telecom confirmed a cyberattack involving malicious code that compromised USIM-related data, potentially risking identity cloning and message interception.
  • The company will offer free SIM replacements, including eSIMs, to all 23 million customers starting April 28 at T World stores and airport roaming centers.
  • Customers who replaced their SIMs at their own expense between April 19 and April 27 will be reimbursed retroactively for the full cost.
  • Users of mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) relying on SK Telecom's infrastructure are also eligible for the free replacement program.
  • SK Telecom has strengthened its Fraud Detection System, elevated real-time monitoring, and plans to enhance its SIM Protection Service to improve security.