ICC World Cup 2023: The ICC World Cup 2023 is right around the corner and will start on October 5. The sports event will be viewed by millions of people. The excitement is skyrocketing not only for cricket lovers but also for cybercriminals. These cybercriminals see this sporting event as an opportunity to dupe innocent people who will fall into their traps while trying to either pay for tickets online or will just be trying to find a way to watch for free online. Here are the 5 possible ways cybercriminals will try to scam you during ICC World Cup 2023.
5 Ways scammers will try to scam during the ICC World Cup 2023
- Scammers may pose as travel businesses offering enticing discounts on ICC World Cup tickets. If you fall for these fraudulent travel packages, you could end up with no lodging or transportation.
- Be careful of phishing emails and websites posing as official ICC World Cup communications. They may deceive recipients into clicking on dangerous links or disclosing sensitive information, such as credit card information.
- It is critical for fans watching matches online to use legitimate streaming services to avoid fraudulent marketing and potential malware.
- Cybercriminals may create fake tickets and sell them to naive fans. These phoney tickets may be found to be invalid, denying people entry to the stadium.
- When purchasing tickets, merchandise, or event-related services online, use caution. To obtain financial information, cybercriminals may set up fake payment platforms.
Cricket fans are warned to remain careful against cyberattacks as the ICC World Cup 2023 approaches. In the digital age, protecting personal information and financial security is critical, especially during high-profile events like this.
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