Cory considers himself pretty cautious. But like millions of people juggling packed schedules, one click on a hectic day proved costly.
The message looked legit. It said it was from his phone provider. It claimed someone was trying to access his account and urged him to verify via a link. He tapped. And just like that, his phone went dark.
“I was in the middle of a busy day and clicked without thinking. My phone stopped working almost immediately.”
SIM swap scams—like the one Cory experienced—are rising. The scary part? They often start with a single click. That’s where McAfee’s Scam Detector can make all the difference.
If Cory had McAfee’s Scam Detector, here’s how it could have helped:
Text Scam Detection: McAfee’s Scam Detector proactively scans incoming texts and flags ones that mimic trusted brands like Verizon.
Quick Check: Unsure if a message is legit? Paste it into Scam Detector to get an instant analysis—so you can decide before you click.
Thank you, Cory, for sharing your story! Scammers win when we stay silent. It’s time to speak up — and Keep It Real.
Visit www.mcafee.com/en-us/scam-stories to learn more about scams and share your scam story.
