One month out from the World Cup, and scammers are already targeting fans — here's what to look out for
With the FIFA World Cup less than a month away, cybercriminals are targeting fans in Mexico, the US, and Canada with scams involving fake tickets, accommodation, and transportation. Fraudulent apps and dark web deals are tricking users into sharing login credentials or losing money on bogus services. Businesses are also at risk through fake partnership offers, prompting experts to advise using only official platforms and strengthening cybersecurity measures.
- ▪Scammers are using fake ticketing, accommodation, and transport apps to steal login credentials and money from World Cup fans.
- ▪Kaspersky identified a spoofed transport app in Mexico that prompts users to 'claim prizes' as a phishing tactic.
- ▪Dark web marketplaces are offering counterfeit airline tickets, hotel bookings, and match tickets at 20% below market price.
- ▪Cybercriminals are targeting businesses with fraudulent airline partnership offers to gain access to corporate networks.
- ▪Security experts recommend using official platforms, hardening email security, and training staff to recognize phishing attempts.
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Pro Security One month out from the World Cup, and scammers are already targeting fans — here's what to look out for News By Sead Fadilpašić published 16 May 2026 Be careful when entering business partnerships, experts warn When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty IMandel NGAN - Pool/Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Kaspersky warns scammers are already exploiting FIFA World Cup hype in Mexico, US, and CanadaFake ticketing, accommodation, and transport apps trick fans into sharing credentials or losing money; dark web offers…
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