Cybercriminals are cashing in on the World Cup by selling stolen streaming accounts

Cybercriminals are exploiting the World Cup by selling stolen streaming accounts, creating a black market valued at nearly $220 million. Research from HUMAN Security reveals that 802,000 stolen accounts were identified in June 2026 alone, contributing to a total of 12M compromised accounts. This surge in cybercrime is fueled by fans seeking free broadcasts, while banking trojans simultaneously target crypto wallet holders to maximize illicit gains during the global sporting event.