T-Mobile and Verizon Employees Targeted in SIM Swap Scam

Cybercriminals are offering up to $300 to mobile carrier employees for illegal SIM swaps, aiming to hijack customer phone numbers.

Criminals are using employee directories to contact T-Mobile and Verizon workers, offering cash for SIM swaps.
The scam could lead to identity theft, unauthorized access to sensitive information, and financial losses.
FBI reports a significant rise in SIM swap complaints, with losses mounting into millions.
New FCC regulations aim to protect consumers from such attacks by enforcing stricter authentication procedures.
Despite investigations, no evidence suggests a system breach at T-Mobile or Verizon.