On September 16th, 2020, CSN hosted a #CybercrimeChat alongside our special guests, SecureWorld. We took a look at the connection between online gaming and cybercrime. Our analytics show that Wednesday’s chat had a potential audience reach of 126.3K. Chats like these help spread important cybercrime information to a wide audience, thank you to all who participated to share your resources and insights!
Here are some of our favorite answers from the Twitter chat:
Q1: What types of cybercrime are you seeing in-game?
A1: A group of players in the online game #CallofDuty were busted for helping hackers steal cryptocurrency after they were allegedly intimidated by threats of physical harm. #CybercrimeChat #OnlineGaming 🎮
— SecureWorld (@SecureWorld) September 16, 2020
Another ex. of in-game cybercrime: our podcast host recently spoke to a teenager who sent “join my party” requests to others. This helped him learn their IP address and he would then launch a DDoS attack against them so they would glitch and lose. #onlinegaming #CybercrimeChat https://t.co/diB3pT6MXz
— SecureWorld (@SecureWorld) September 16, 2020
Q2: Gamers invest money into skins and upgrades, making their accounts valuable. How can you protect your gaming accounts?
Always use two-factor or multi-factor authentication on your accounts! #2FA #MFA #CybercrimeChat #OnlineGaming 🎮
— SecureWorld (@SecureWorld) September 16, 2020
Parents often think games like #Fornite are safe for children because of their cute nature, but criminals don’t discriminate against who they will take advantage of next. #NoOneIsSafe #CybercrimeChat pic.twitter.com/xYkEKjsoRW
— Heart of Florida United Way (@hfuw) September 16, 2020
Setting up purchase alerts and text notifications from your bank can help catch fraudulent transactions before they get out of hand. @WellsFargo @Paypal #CybercrimeChat
— Heart of Florida United Way (@hfuw) September 16, 2020
Q3: What red flags would indicate that your credit card or financial information is being used in #OnlineGaming fraud?
A3: If you’re a gamer & often spend money in online shops, a charge here & there may not seem strange. But #BeSure that the charge was actually something you authorized. If not, someone may be using your cash to fund their scheme. #CybercrimeChat https://t.co/6HMx49jtPt
— WU Consumer Protection (@WUStopFraud) September 16, 2020
Q4: Video games have become wildly popular. Online gamers learn hacking through coding. What are other ways gamers might utilize these skills in the infosec world?
A4: Gamers possess skills that make them natural fits for cybersecurity jobs. Employers are looking for that in a field that has a major talent shortage: https://t.co/fZxHTWBeXz #CybercrimeChat #OnlineGaming 🎮
— SecureWorld (@SecureWorld) September 16, 2020
A4: Tomorrow’s Veterans will utilize gaming for training and education, through virtual simulations and long distance teleconferencing with applications like @zoom_us @MicrosoftTeams #MissionUnited #CybercrimeChat https://t.co/BaqH4DcsUc
— Heart of Florida United Way (@hfuw) September 16, 2020
Q5: #CallofDuty has integrated Cyber-War into their game. What effects could this potentially have for gamers?
A5: The convergence of #OnlineGaming and #cyberwarfare concepts can spur interest among gamers in pursuing a career in cybersecurity, particularly in military and national security roles. #CybercrimeChat 🎮
— SecureWorld (@SecureWorld) September 16, 2020
#Cybercrime already exists, so introducing #GenZ to the idea of #cyber-war via #OnlineGaming could make them more aware of potential cybercrime threats to watch out for in real life. #CybercrimeChat 🎮 https://t.co/fNrzMIsoAe
— Kristin Judge (@kfjudge) September 16, 2020
A5: it could help them understand the consequences of a cyber attack and implement strategies in the real world to keep their information and profile safe and secure online #onlinegaming #cybercrimechat https://t.co/3FmQElomQl
— Center for Cyber Safety and Education (@ISC2Cares) September 16, 2020
Q6: Do you have any tips to share for gamers who suspect they may be a victim of #OnlineGaming cybercrime?
A6: If you’re a victim of #cybercrime, don’t give up. Visit IC3, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center. Your tips help the FBI track down cybercriminals around the world. https://t.co/40jgU7pMGO #OnlineGaming #CybercrimeChat 🎮
— SecureWorld (@SecureWorld) September 16, 2020
Yes! If your private info has been breached in-game, visit https://t.co/h702m42J53 for a recovery plan. If you notice unusual charges, contact your financial institution. ALWAYS change your pass phrases when your security is compromised. #CybercrimeChat #OnlineGaming 🎮 https://t.co/bmxvUgky4g
— Fightcybercrime(@Fightcybercrime) September 16, 2020
Q6: If you or someone you know had been affected by Cybercrime dial 211 or visit https://t.co/fccY73aI1l @Fightcybercrime@cybersupportnet #CybercrimeChat https://t.co/niTOzm6JIR
— Heart of Florida United Way (@hfuw) September 16, 2020
A6: It’s all about educating yourself! We offer free tips on #onlinegaming in 20 different languages! #cybercrimechat https://t.co/7M3EjiQDUQ
— Center for Cyber Safety and Education (@ISC2Cares) September 16, 2020
Q7: What do online gamers need to know about data privacy and protection? How can they protect themselves in the future?
A7: Never share your password or other account login credentials with anyone, even your friends. #OnlineGaming #CybercrimeChat 🎮
— SecureWorld (@SecureWorld) September 16, 2020
Ensure that you set up 2fa on all of your accounts! Check out this article from TeleSign – ‘How to Turn on 2FA for Xbox and Similar Platforms’ #CybercrimeChat #OnlineGaming 🎮https://t.co/wcpHnAwNEe https://t.co/LWMPBFzYyj
— Kristin Judge (@kfjudge) September 16, 2020
A7: Treat your personal information like you would treat a Legendary skin. Keep it secure & don’t give it away just because someone asks you for it. #CybercrimeChat #BeFraudSmart https://t.co/BqdOBL4sOS
— WU Consumer Protection (@WUStopFraud) September 16, 2020