There's nothing you can do to prevent a SIM-swap attack

[edent]

https://shkspr.mobi/blog/2024/03/theres-nothing-you-can-do-to-prevent-a-sim-swap-attack/

[TooSmugToFail]

Would it help if the telco preventively sent an sms or an IM to you, telling you that a new SIM issuance has been requested?

If it was you, the message will not be received, and you’ll get your SIM. If it was a SIM swap attack attempt, you will be notified.