FBI warns of fake FIFA websites ahead of 2026 World Cup (heise.de)

• FBI warns of fake FIFA websites for phishing and fraud
• Group-IB identifies over 4,300 fraudulent domains and Chinese-speaking group Ghost Stadium
• 2,513 FIFA credentials found on darknet; phishing-as-a-service supply chain active

"The FBI issued a public warning about fraudulent FIFA websites used for phishing and fraud. Cybersecurity firm Group-IB identified over 4,300 fraudulent domains since August 2025 and a Chinese-speaking group called 'Ghost Stadium' as the operators. 2,513 FIFA login credentials were found on the darknet. Attackers use typosquatting and domain variations, plus Facebook ads to lure victims."