Is SMS forwarding safe for two-factor authentication codes?
SMS forwarding for two-factor authentication is rarely “safe” because it expands the number of systems that can intercept or mishandle your codes. It increases exposure to SIM swap, malware, and account takeover if forwarding apps or gateways are compromised. Instead, treat SMS forwarding as a temporary workaround and prefer hardware keys, app-based 2FA, or secure … Read more