How to Secure Your SIM from Hackers in Pakistan 2025

In 2025, SIM hacking and number hijacking has become a major security issue in Pakistan. Hackers nowadays use advanced techniques such as SIM swapping and spoofing which can leak any user's personal data.

If you do not keep your SIM data base secure, hackers obtain your SIM owner details and access OTP codes, banking apps and social media.

In this guide, we will tell you how you can protect your SIM and how you can identify suspicious activities by using live tracker and monitoring tools. PTA and FIA have also issued guidelines which every Pakistani user must follow.

Understanding SIM Swapping & SIM Hacking in Pakistan

SIM hacking is a growing trend in Pakistan in which hackers take control of another person’s number by hiding their identity.

These people hack banks and OTP-based accounts by accessing your SIM details and SIM data base. SIM swapping means going through a process where the hacker requests the network provider to transfer your SIM information to a new SIM card but PTA proved website officially used Legal Ways to Track Mobile Numbers in Pakistan.

All this usually happens through phishing messages, fake calls or leaked CNIC information.

What is SIM swapping and how hackers exploit it?

SIM swapping is a hacking technique in which the hacker gets your SIM deactivated and activates the same number with himself. When they have your number, they easily receive OTPs and access your bank, WhatsApp and Gmail.

Many people in Pakistan have fallen prey to this attack whose SIM owner details are already leaked on some SIM data base or unsecure website. These hackers take your number through some fake CNIC and misuse it.

Local threat trends—why Pakistan is at risk

Cybercrime is increasing rapidly in Pakistan and SIM swapping has become a dangerous part of it. Many hackers steal people's data by accessing SIM owner details through dark web or free tools.

PTA has also warned that SIM data base and live tracker websites are being misused where people just enter the number and get the details, and give the official method for stolen SIM guideline. Most of the cases are of those users who have given their number at multiple places without any verification.

Common Warning Signs You’ve Been Targeted

If your SIM shuts down unexpectedly or a No Service message appears, it could be a warning that someone is trying to swap your SIM.

Another common sing is you have received call that you not make but receiver said you do the first call.

You may get a logout notification from emails and apps, or a flood of OTPs comes on your registered number.

Many people who use website that is not secure and get user personal data, their SIM data becomes easily accessible to hackers.

If you feel that someone is tracing your SIM information, and then you should take immediate action, file your name, phone number and CNIC.

Immediate Actions to Take If Your SIM Is Compromised

 If you think that your SIM has been compromised by a hacker, first of all lock your number and request to deactivate it.

If the SIM data base  has been leaked, there should be no delay. You also have to secure access to your digital accounts, such as Gmail, Facebook, banking apps etc.

It is important to submit a report on FIA and PTA portals to prevent misuse of your SIM, if you file a FIR then legal and official SIM owner portal or use to check your SIM location.

Contact your mobile carrier and request an account lock or PIN code change

The first step is to contact your mobile network provider and ask them to temporarily block or lock your number. You can also change your PIN or PUK code by contacting Zong, Jazz, Telenor or Ufone customer support.

If a hacker has used your SIM owner details, this is the easiest way to stop it. You can also get your SIM data base registered with your number verified by the network center.

Change passwords on all linked accounts and secure email

Whenever a hacker has accessed your SIM, it means that he can access your OTP codes. So, immediately change the passwords of your email, social media and banking accounts. Enable 2-step verification in accounts like Gmail or Yahoo, in 2025 every month there is many SIM stolen according to Pakistan 2025 data report.

If the SIM owner details are in the hands of a hacker, he can also extract location and login alerts from your live tracker apps. The password of every linked account should be strong and unique.

Report to PTA and FIA cybercrime portals in Pakistan — instructions & expected process

If you are a victim of any SIM fraud or number hijacking in Pakistan, immediately report to PTA and FIA then to PTA complaint portal , fill the entire requirement and briefly describe your issue and file a complaint.

You can file a case of SIM swapping or SIM information misuse. You can report to FIA's cybercrime wing through email, phone or in-person.

If someone has used your SIM details illegally then legal action is taken against him. Reporting is not only your right but also your responsibility. In such case you can get ride any other legal action towards FBR or other official law holder.

FAQs

Can I secure my SIM without losing my number or data?

Yes, you can secure your SIM without losing number or data. You can protect your SIM owner details by getting SIM information updated and SIM data base locked.

What should I do if someone creates a SIM in my name?

If someone has taken out a SIM in your name, report to PTA and FIA. Check SIM data base and get SIM information blocked. Also monitor with live tracker apps.

Will using a VPN help protect my SIM from hijacking?

VPN is helpful for online security but does not directly prevent SIM hijacking. If the SIM details are leaked then the SIM information still becomes accessible to hackers.