SIM Cloning, ID Theft, & Bluetooth Attacks

Question 1

Subscriber Identity Module (SIM Card)

Answer 1

Integrated circuit that securely stores the International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) number and its related key. This tells the cell tower which phone is connected to which number.

Question 2

SIM Cloning

Answer 2

Allows two phones to utilize the same service and allows the attacker to gain access to the phone’s data. Once the attacker collects data on you, they can social engineer their way to take over your account and then steal your identity.

Question 3

What is Bluejacking?

Answer 3

When someone pairs with your Bluetooth device and sends unsolicited messages.

Sending Information

Question 4

What is Bluesnarfing?

Answer 4

Unauthorized access of information from a wireless device via Bluetooth

Taking Information

Question 5

How do you protect yourself from Bluetooth attacks?

Answer 5

Turn off your Bluetooth is the best way.

At least turn of discovery mode, and don’t use the default pairing key.