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Mimi of Oh My Girl has opened up about a chilling voice phishing experience, proving that even the most cautious individuals aren’t completely safe from increasingly sophisticated scams.

She shared her story during a recent appearance on the YouTube variety show “Salon Drip” on the TEO channel, alongside veteran entertainer Ji Suk Jin.

Mimi revealed that she is extremely strict about protecting her personal data:

  • She disables search suggestions entirely
  • Regularly deletes browsing history
  • Avoids using voice assistant features
  • Limits most online functions due to distrust of the internet

She explained,  “I don’t really trust the internet, so I block most features.”

Despite her efforts, Mimi became the target of a persistent scam. She recalled: “For months, I kept getting KakaoTalk messages saying my card payments were overdue, calling me ‘Kim Soon-im.’ It was a name I didn’t recognize, so I was really confused.”

The repeated messages created unease, especially since they used a specific name and financial claim a common tactic in phishing schemes designed to provoke panic.

Hearing her story, Ji Suk Jin immediately identified it as a typical voice phishing method.

Curious, Mimi searched the name “Kim Soon-im” and discovered similar real scam cases, confirming her suspicion that it was a coordinated fraud attempt.

She admitted feeling unsettled: “Even when you’re careful, you can still get targeted.”

During the same appearance, Mimi also touched on her cautious view of technology. While she found AI innovations such as cooking robots interesting, she emphasized that she still approaches new tech carefully, consistent with her attitude toward privacy.

Her story highlights an important reality: digital threats are evolving faster than individual defenses. Even someone as vigilant as Mimi can be targeted, making awareness and critical thinking essential in today’s online environment.

Sources: Daum | 스포츠조선