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GTA 6 pre-order scams surge as cybercriminals target eager gamers

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechRadar ·

Scammers are exploiting anticipation for GTA 6 by creating fake pre-order sites and phishing emails to steal personal and payment details. Experts warn that no hack of Rockstar is needed; fraudsters simply mimic official channels. Gamers should only pre-order through verified retailers and avoid clicking unsolicited links.

Meridian48 take
The hype around GTA 6 makes it a prime phishing vector, but the scam tactics are standard—users should treat any pre-order offer with skepticism.
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Expert says GTA 6 pre-orders are a big target for scammers — warns 'scammers don’t need to break into Rockstar or hack the game' to steal your details →
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