GTA 6 pre-orders spark massive wave of fake websites and online scams
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) pre-orders are now officially open, allowing millions of eager fans to secure copies of the highly anticipated video game.
- Fake early-access websites designed to steal credit card details have rapidly emerged across the internet.
- They do not need to hack Rockstar or breach the game; they simply exploit the excitement around the purchase.”
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) pre-orders are now officially open, allowing millions of eager fans to secure copies of the highly anticipated video game. However, this massive rush of excitement has also opened a lucrative door for opportunistic cybercriminals.
Fake early-access websites designed to steal credit card details have rapidly emerged across the internet. Security researchers at Norton warn that this malicious activity signals a broader and more troubling trend for the gaming community.
“Millions are searching for the latest trailer, trying to pre-order, or hoping to find a cheaper way to buy the game,” explained Sanchez-Rola, a cybersecurity researcher with the Gen team. “That is exactly when scammers strike. They do not need to hack Rockstar or breach the game; they simply exploit the excitement around the purchase.”