The consumer group Which? highlights the risks associated with recycled phone numbers, revealing that 50% of users fail to update their details across various platforms, risking identity theft.
With a fixed pool of 11-digit combinations, mobile numbers are recycled frequently by telecom firms in the UK, raising concerns about privacy and security for users.
Research indicates that 11% of mobile users changed their numbers in the last decade, yet significant portions have not updated their contacts with important services.
The findings underscore the potential vulnerability created when sensitive information is sent via text, posing risks to both personal accounts and online identities.
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