{"id":227885,"date":"2026-06-01T05:45:14","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T12:45:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/?p=227885"},"modified":"2026-05-29T14:04:42","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T21:04:42","slug":"world-cup-ticket-scams-how-to-buy-safely","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/security-news\/world-cup-ticket-scams-how-to-buy-safely\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Your World Cup Tickets Legit? 40% of Fans May Risk Unofficial Sellers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW191421487 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191421487 BCX0\">Whether\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191421487 BCX0\">you\u2019re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191421487 BCX0\">\u00a0planning a once-in-a-lifetime trip or just hoping to catch a match while\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191421487 BCX0\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191421487 BCX0\">\u00a0in your city, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is already driving a surge in ticket searches, travel bookings, and last-minute plans.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW191421487 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">But where there\u2019s high demand and big money,\u00a0<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">scammers\u00a0aren\u2019t\u00a0far behind.<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Let\u2019s break down the new McAfee research, what scams to watch for, and how <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/en-us\/identity-theft\/protection.html?path=blogs\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">McAfee\u2019s tools help you stay safe.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">New McAfee Research Finds a Gap Between Awareness and Risk<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">New research from McAfee shows that while most fans are aware of World Cup-related\u00a0scams, many are still willing to take risks to secure tickets.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In fact,\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">40% say they would consider buying from an unofficial source if they\u00a0can\u2019t\u00a0get tickets through\u00a0the\u00a0official\u00a0FIFA site,\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">as many expect tickets to sell out and hope to find affordable resale options.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That tension is what makes events like the World Cup especially vulnerable for\u00a0scams.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With limited ticket availability, rising prices, and the pressure to act quickly, even informed fans can find themselves making decisions they normally\u00a0wouldn\u2019t, like buying tickets from a reseller on TikTok.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">And scammers are counting on it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><strong>Survey takeaways:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">76% of fans are interested in getting World Cup tickets<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">35% have already started searching online<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">43% are willing to spend over $500 on tickets<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">66% say\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0aware of World Cup-related\u00a0scams<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">66% say\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0concerned about being\u00a0scammed<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">40% would consider buying tickets from unofficial sources<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Most Common World Cup Scams to Watch For<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the most common\u00a0scams\u00a0tied to major global sporting events like the World Cup, including how they work and what to look for.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\">McAfee\u2019s\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW267824405 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/en-us\/scam-detector\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW267824405 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Scam\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Highlight Underlined SCXW267824405 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Detector<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeRest PointComment CommentHighlightRest SCXW267824405 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW267824405 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/learn\/web-protection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW267824405 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Safe Browsing<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\">tools,\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW267824405 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/learn\/vpn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW267824405 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">VPN<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\">, and\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW267824405 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/learn\/password-manager\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW267824405 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Password Manager<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\">\u00a0work together to help you spot\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\">scams<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\">like these\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267824405 BCX0\">as they happen by flagging suspicious messages, blocking risky websites, and helping you make safer decisions before you click, pay, or share information.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW267824405 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-tablestyle=\"MsoNormalTable\" data-tablelook=\"1696\" aria-rowcount=\"11\">\n<tbody>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"1\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0\u26bd\ufe0f Scam Type<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0 What It Is<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0 How It Works<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0 Red Flags<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"2\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fake Ticket Resale Scam<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fraudulent tickets sold through unofficial sites or individuals<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Scammers create fake listings or duplicate real tickets and sell them to multiple buyers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Prices far below or above market, refusal to use official transfer systems, pressure to act fast<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"3\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Social Media Ticket Scam<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tickets sold through platforms like Instagram, Facebook,\u00a0TikTok,\u00a0or X<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fake or hacked accounts post \u201clast-minute\u201d ticket offers and move conversations to DMs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Urgent language (\u201conly 2\u00a0left\u201d), new or suspicious profiles, requests to pay outside the platform<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"4\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Duplicate QR Code Scam<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One legitimate ticket is resold multiple times<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Multiple buyers receive the same QR code, but only the first scan works<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Screenshots instead of official transfers, identical tickets sold repeatedly<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"5\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fake Ticket Website Scam<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Websites designed to look like official ticket platforms<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Victims enter payment info or purchase tickets that\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0exist<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Slightly misspelled URLs, unfamiliar domains, lack of official branding verification<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"6\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Travel &amp; Accommodation Scam<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fake hotels, rentals, or travel packages<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Listings appear legitimate but either\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0exist or are already booked<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Prices that seem unusually low, requests for upfront payment, lack of verified reviews<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"7\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Booking Impersonation Scam<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fraudsters pose as airlines, hotels, or booking platforms<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Victims receive messages about \u201cissues\u201d with bookings and are asked to click links or provide info<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unexpected messages, requests for login or payment details, links that\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0match official sites<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"8\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Public Wi-Fi &amp; Phishing Scam<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Data theft through unsecured networks while traveling<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Scammers intercept data or create fake login portals on public Wi-Fi<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Open networks with no password, login pages asking for unnecessary information<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"9\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fake Giveaway Scam<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Promotions claiming free tickets or VIP access<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Victims are asked to enter personal data, click links, or pay \u201cprocessing fees\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cYou\u2019ve won\u201d messages you\u00a0didn\u2019t\u00a0enter, requests for payment to claim prizes<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"10\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Betting &amp; Prediction Scam<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fake betting tips or \u201cguaranteed wins\u201d tied to matches<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Scammers sell fake predictions or direct users to malicious betting sites<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Claims of guaranteed outcomes, requests for upfront payment, unfamiliar platforms<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"11\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Merchandise Scam<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Counterfeit World Cup gear sold online<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Buyers receive low-quality or no product at all<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unverified sellers, poor site quality, deals that seem too good to be true<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>How AI is Making These Scams More Convincing<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unfortunately, with the continued improvement of AI, these\u00a0scams\u00a0are becoming more convincing.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">AI tools allow scammers to create:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More realistic websites and messages<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Personalized outreach that feels legitimate<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fake endorsements, images, or promotions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That means traditional advice like \u201clook for typos\u201d is no longer enough on its own.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Today\u2019s\u00a0scams\u00a0often look polished, professional, and believable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_227886\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-227886\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-227886\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.35.30-PM-1024x683.png\" alt=\"The website shows a scam operation detected by McAfee Labs. It has incredibly realistic seat-selection options and ticket-buying features. But it\u2019s fake. \" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.35.30-PM-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.35.30-PM-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.35.30-PM-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.35.30-PM-193x129.png 193w, https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.35.30-PM.png 1364w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-227886\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>The website above shows a scam operation detected by McAfee Labs. It has incredibly realistic seat-selection options and ticket-buying features. But it\u2019s fake.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_227901\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-227901\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-227901\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.37.16-PM-1024x697.png\" alt=\"Here you can see just how realistic the website looks. But these tickets are not actually for sale. \" width=\"1024\" height=\"697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.37.16-PM-1024x697.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.37.16-PM-300x204.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.37.16-PM-768x522.png 768w, https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.37.16-PM-190x129.png 190w, https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.37.16-PM.png 1370w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-227901\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Here you can see just how realistic the website looks. But these tickets are not actually for sale.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">What \u201cOfficial\u201d Actually Means (and Why It Matters)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For the World Cup, official ticket sales happen\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gpcustomersupportfwc2026.tickets.fifa.com\/hc\/en-gb\/articles\/30519468735133-1-How-will-I-have-the-chance-to-purchase-ticket-s-for-the-FIFA-World-Cup-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">through designated FIFA sales phases and platforms.<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Buying outside those channels increases the risk of:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Invalid or duplicate tickets<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Inflated pricing without guarantees<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No recourse if something goes wrong<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Even if a ticket looks legitimate, it may be:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sold to multiple buyers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Already voided<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rejected at the gate<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When in doubt,\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/fifa-fwc26-us.tickets.fifa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">go directly to the official\u00a0FIFA website<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0instead of clicking links from messages or ads.\u00a0You can also\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fifa.com\/en\/tournaments\/mens\/worldcup\/canadamexicousa2026\/qualifiers\/play-off-tournament\/articles\/play-off-general-public-frequently-asked-questions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">visit their comprehensive FAQ section<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0for all your ticket and event questions.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to Stay Safe When Buying Tickets or Traveling<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here are practical steps fans can take to reduce risk:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-tablestyle=\"MsoNormalTable\" data-tablelook=\"1696\" aria-rowcount=\"10\">\n<tbody>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"1\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Safety Check<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What To Do<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"2\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><strong>Buy from official sources\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use FIFA\u2019s official ticket platform whenever possible<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"3\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><strong>Avoid clicking links in messages\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Navigate directly to official websites instead.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/learn\/web-protection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">McAfee\u2019s Safe Browing tools<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0help prevent you from opening malicious links.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"4\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><strong>Be cautious with resale offers\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Verify platforms and avoid direct peer-to-peer payments<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"5\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><strong>Check QR codes before you scan them\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">You can check for QR code\u00a0scams\u00a0on-demand\u00a0with\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/en-us\/scam-detector\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Scam Detector<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"6\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><strong>Don\u2019t\u00a0pay with untraceable methods\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Avoid wire transfers, gift cards, or crypto-only payments<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"7\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><strong>Double-check URLs\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Look for misspellings or unusual domains<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"8\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><strong>Use secure connections\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Avoid making purchases on public\u00a0Wi-Fi, or\u00a0use a\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/learn\/vpn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">VPN\u00a0like McAfee\u2019s<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"9\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><strong>Protect your accounts\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication. Consider a\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/learn\/password-manager\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">password manager<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0like McAfee\u2019s.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"10\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><strong>Verify before you buy\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If something feels off, pause and check before sending money<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">What to Do If You Think\u00a0You\u2019ve\u00a0Been Scammed<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you think you may have\u00a0purchased\u00a0a fraudulent ticket, clicked a suspicious link, or shared information with a scammer, acting quickly can help limit the impact.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Immediate steps to take<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stop communication immediately<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do not send\u00a0additional\u00a0money or information, even if the sender claims you need to \u201ccomplete\u201d a transaction.\u00a0It\u2019s\u00a0also\u00a0a good idea\u00a0to take screenshots of messages in case the scammer disappears.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Contact your bank or payment provider<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Report the transaction as soon as possible. Many institutions can help reverse charges or flag fraudulent activity if caught early.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Secure your accounts<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Change passwords for any accounts that may be affected, especially email, banking, and ticketing platforms.\u00a0Our\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/learn\/password-manager\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">password manager<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/en-us\/password-generator.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">free password generator<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0help\u00a0create unique passwords every time.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Enable two-factor authentication (2FA)<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adding an extra layer of security can help prevent unauthorized access, even if your password was exposed.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Scan your device for threats<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you clicked a suspicious link or downloaded a file, run a security scan to check for malware or malicious software.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/en-us\/antivirus\/mcafee-security-scan-plus.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Check out our free security scan.<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Monitor for unusual activity<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep an eye on financial accounts, email logins, and any services tied to your personal information.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/en-us\/safe-browser\/mcafee-webadvisor.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Our free WebAdvisor<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0helps protect you from malware and phishing attempts while you surf.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_227916\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-227916\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wpa-warning wpa-long-alt size-large wp-image-227916\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.44.58-PM-1024x678.png\" alt=\"The image above shows malicious apps masquerading as sports betting sites or promising unique World Cup coverage. But when users download, their devices are infected. \" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" data-warning=\"Long alt text\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.44.58-PM-1024x678.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.44.58-PM-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.44.58-PM-768x509.png 768w, https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.44.58-PM-195x129.png 195w, https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-25-at-5.44.58-PM.png 1404w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-227916\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>The image above shows malicious apps masquerading as sports betting sites or promising unique World Cup coverage. But when users download, their devices are infected.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW255956959 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeClicked CommentHighlightClicked CommentImportant SCXW255956959 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">How McAfee Helps You Spot Scams in the Moment<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW255956959 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">McAfee offers more than traditional antivirus, combining multiple layers of digital protection in one app to help you stay safer while searching, clicking, and buying online.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/en-us\/scam-detector\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Scam Detector<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0helps flag suspicious texts, emails, and videos automatically,\u00a0so you can spot a\u00a0scam\u00a0before it hits you and your wallet<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/learn\/web-protection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Safe Browsing tools<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0help block risky websites, alert you to phishing attempts, and guide you away from malicious links<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/learn\/vpn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">VPN<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0helps keep your connection private on public Wi-Fi, protecting your personal and payment information<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/learn\/password-manager\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Password Manager<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0helps create and store strong, unique passwords to reduce the risk of account takeover<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/learn\/identity-monitoring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Identity Monitoring and Alerts<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0notify you\u00a0if your personal information appears where it\u00a0shouldn\u2019t, so you can quickly take steps to fix it<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/learn\/personal-data-cleanup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Personal\u00a0info removal<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0helps find and remove your personal info\u00a0from data\u00a0broker sites\u00a0and close out old forgotten accounts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/en-us\/antivirus.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Device and Account Security<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0helps protect the devices and accounts you use every day<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Final\u00a0Thoughts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The World Cup\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0just another event,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0a moment when millions of people are making fast decisions involving real money, travel plans, and personal information.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What McAfee\u2019s research makes clear is that the biggest risk\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0a lack of awareness. 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