The bot automates a multi-step fraud process known as an :
: Analysts from Recorded Future confirmed that the tool is simple to configure and requires minimal technical expertise to deploy against victims. How the Bot Operates SMSBotBypass-master.zip
: The attacker attempts to log in to the victim's account (e.g., bank or cryptocurrency wallet), which triggers a legitimate OTP SMS or call to the victim's phone. The bot automates a multi-step fraud process known
: It typically connects a Twilio account (for making calls) to a Discord or Telegram bot (for control and data collection). : The attacker uses the captured code to
: The attacker uses the captured code to complete the login and drain the account. Risk Assessment
To protect yourself, security experts at NordLayer and Securelist recommend using via apps like Google Authenticator or hardware security keys, which are much harder for these bots to intercept than SMS or voice codes. Bots for Stealing One-Time Passwords Simplify Fraud Schemes