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Fake FIFA World Cup streaming apps used to steal money from fans: Cyber Alert

Kochi, June 12 (UNI) Cyber fraudsters are exploiting the FIFA World Cup 2026 fever by targeting football fans with fake TV streaming applications promoted through social media platforms, leading to financial fraud and unauthorised access to mobile devices.
A cybersecurity advisory warned that advertisements circulating on Facebook, Instagram, Telegram, WhatsApp and YouTube promising "Free FIFA World Cup Live", "1,000 TV Channels Free," "Premium OTT Content Free," and "Ad-Free Movies and Matches" are being used to lure users into downloading fraudulent APK files. The fake applications, often appearing similar to official streaming platforms, are promoted under names such as HZ TV, OPEN TV, NB TV, MAX TV, XM TV and TUBI TV.
After installation, users are prompted with messages such as "Update Required," "Activate Subscription," and "Enable Service." The applications then seek permissions, including Accessibility Services, Screen Overlay and Notification Access, enabling fraudsters to bypass security safeguards and gain unauthorised access to various applications on the victim's phone.
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