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HOT 290: Protecting Yourself From Sim Swapping - Are Text Message Codes Safe?

October 25, 2026 · 22 min

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On this episode of Hands-On Tech, Mikah answers a question from Otis, who relies on the 6-digit text-message codes his bank sends at sign-in but has started to worry about SIM swap attacks, and wants to know whether those codes are still worth anything and whether he can lock down his number at the carrier.

Host: Mikah Sargent

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