11/06/2026
One thing you need to remember during World Cup season...
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The World Cup officially kicks off tonight and the Flyford team couldnāt be more excited: Sweepstakes are in full force, football stickers are being traded, pub tables have been booked... ā½
Itās easy to get swept away with all the fun, however itās important to stay vigilant online, especially during major sporting events events.
According to ThreatLocker, āLarge events like the World Cup are attractive criminal targets not only because of their massive number of fans, but also because of their wide, distributed digital surface spanning hundreds or thousands of supporting organisations.ā
With that in mind, here are a few quick tips to stay safe throughout the tournament:
ā½Be cautious when connecting to public Wi-Fi, particularly at large events and venues.
ā½Think before you click. Even if Harry Kane has just scored a 90th-minute winner, take a moment to verify links, emails and messages before opening them.
ā½Watch out for ticket scams and fake websites offering last-minute deals.
ā½Review your cybersecurity posture. Major sporting events can create ideal conditions for cybercriminals, especially when businesses have fewer people monitoring systems during matches.
If you want a free review of your cybersecurity posture ahead of the World Cup, get in touch!