What action should you take if you suspect being a victim of SIM Swapping or Cloning?

  • Immediately contact the service provider immediately, in case you find that your mobile number is inactive or out of range for a long time. Take back control of your mobile number, with changed password.
  • Verify and change or reset the passwords and PIN numbers of your sensitive financial accounts and social media accounts.
  • Check your financial statements like credit/debit card, bank, payment apps, and other financial accounts for any unauthorized charges/changes. Immediately report about any changes or charges to respective authorities.
  • In case of a SIM fraud, contact phone banking immediately to have your account blocked and avoid further fraud. Latter submit your identity documents by writing the proper reason and sign for getting the new SIM.
  • Check for any authorized posts or activity on your personal or social media accounts. In case you notice any such posts take corrective steps and inform the social media help Centre to regain control of hacked account.

Ref:

https://trak.in/tags/business/2018/11/15/rs-93-5-lakh-stolen-from-bank-a-c-by-cloning-airtel-sim-how-to-avoid-such-frauds/