: This tactic isn't new. As far back as the 2002 World Cup, security firms like The Times of India warned of viruses disguised as "World Cup trip" offers or fan charts. Recent Cyber Trends
As we look toward future events like the 2026 World Cup, researchers from Brandefense and Kaspersky highlight that these scams are evolving: A World Cup of Phishing and Cyberattacks - F5 World Cup.rar
During major tournaments, attackers distribute files with names like or "FIFA23_Cracked_Game.rar" via YouTube links, phishing emails, and social media. : This tactic isn't new