Source: BroBible
Summary
The FBI is warning World Cup fans to be cautious of fake FIFA websites created by scammers to steal personal information and facilitate monetary scams. The scammers create spoofed websites that mimic the official FIFA website, using slightly altered domain names or word spellings. The FBI recommends typing “fifa.com” directly into the address bar, avoiding sponsored search results, and using bookmarks to navigate to legitimate FIFA websites.
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The scam arrives with confidence.
Scammers create fake FIFA websites to steal personal info and money. They use slightly altered domain names or word spellings to mimic the official website. The FBI warns fans to be cautious and recommends direct navigation to the official website. Because, of course, you can’t trust the internet during a major international tournament.
Author: Evan Null
