Lavasoft warned computer users to be aware of stealthy online traps set by cybercriminals to leverage public interest surrounding the 2010 FIFA World Cup – and issued advice to follow to make sure people enjoy the month-long tournament without becoming the target or victim of an attack.The World Cup, which begins in only one week and lasts throughout mid July, is known to be the most widely-viewed sporting event in the world. Events that draw such pervasive and ongoing public interest will, without a doubt, be used to propagate socially-engineered crimes - where users are manipulated into performing certain actions or disclosing confidential information.
Lavasoft analysts anticipate that the following five online security risks will be most prevalent leading up to and during the World Cup – and offers specific steps to take to avoid becoming a victim.
Read on for the tips to avoid the online risks.
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