Scammers are exploiting the massive anticipation surrounding Grand Theft Auto 6 by distributing malware disguised as game installers and drivers.
NordVPN threat intelligence reveals fake installers and phishing campaigns targeting fans before official launch
Rockstar Games has not yet opened official pre-orders for GTA 6, but the hype has drawn a wave of cybercriminals targeting fans.
NordVPN's Threat Intelligence team identified several attack vectors, including trojan viruses, Android adware, and fake NVIDIA driver packages.
Phishing campaigns specifically target Rockstar Social Club account credentials to steal user data or gain unauthorized access.
Fake advertisements and clone websites promise free beta keys or early access codes to trick players into downloading malicious software.
Source: Insider Gaming
