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SK Telecom Halts Subscriptions Amid Phishing Scam Warning

5/2/2025

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SK Telecom is sounding the alarm on potential phishing scams tied to SIM card replacements, emphasizing that no official alerts have been issued since a recent hacking breach. To ensure stability, the company will pause new mobile subscriptions at 2,600 stores. In a proactive move, SKT aims to secure 10 million SIM cards by June and bolster its hacking defense measures.

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SK Telecom is sounding the alarm on potential phishing scams tied to SIM card replacements, emphasizing that no official alerts have been issued since a recent hacking breach. To ensure stability, the company will pause new mobile subscriptions at 2,600 stores. In a proactive move, SKT aims to secure 10 million SIM cards by June and bolster its hacking defense measures.