How can you avoid online scams in the gaming industry?

Video games are a target for scams that can affect your security and privacy. To avoid them, follow these recommendations: Use a unique password and multi-factor authentication for your gaming account. Protect your device with a reliable security solution. Limit the visibility of your profile, inventory and activity with privacy settings. Download only official game-related apps or extensions. Do not share your personal or financial information with anyone you meet online, especially if they offer you gifts, discounts or exclusive content. Be wary of any request to verify your password, account or items, or to contact an authorized representative through external channels. Report any suspicious activity to the gaming platform or service.

I have experienced a scam by a client in my career. I provided the work, received payment, and even got a five-star review, but the client later reversed the payment from his PayPal account. The lesson learned is to not solely rely on platforms for payment security; it's advisable to transfer funds to your personal bank account as soon as possible.

Stay vigilant outside of the game, too. It's easy to copy the look and voice of a company's social media account to the point where it looks almost identical, especially with the ability to pay for Twitter/X verification now. Games companies will not message you from an alternative account that isn't listed as official - if you receive an offer from someone claiming to be representing a game you love, do a bit of research. Go on the company's website, find the official account they usually post from, and if you're being spoken to from a different account, block 'em.

To avoid online scams in the gaming industry, you should research sellers, use official platforms for purchases, be cautious with third-party sellers, use secure payment methods, enable two-factor authentication, watch out for phishing attempts, be wary of suspicious "free" offers, keep software up to date, and stay informed about common scams.

Never download documents that are not from the official game website/page,etc...! Keep in mind, that like in real life, people in games or on gaming websites (represented by their avatars) will want to take advantage of you and get your data, money etc... If you are old enough, in the beginning of MMORPGs, there would be thousands of fake characters who would go above and beyond to take your items... Well, things evolved, and while they might not think about your newly acquired mount or pet, the scammers are still here! And they will only evolve ;)

Phishing strategies are the most used exploits in present time. Continous security awareness and compliance training are recommended. Using tools to simulate phishing attacks are useful to test integrity of the security strength. Avoid opening attachments and suspicious links.

2FA, 3FA, 14 unique digits passwords, security tools, should be considered for your safety. However, I can't stress enough the fact that YOU have to be aware and take of yourself on the internet! P.S. Never use the same password on multiple websites ;)

Making sure your accounts are all secure with 2FA, strong passwords should be done regardless of scams. They're the easiest and biggest protection against so many cyber criminals.

To protect your accounts from scams, you can take the following steps: 1. Use strong and unique passwords for your gaming accounts and avoid using the same password for multiple accounts. 2. Enable two-factor authentication where possible to add an extra layer of security to your account. 3. Avoid unsolicited emails or messages that ask for personal information or payment details. 4. Keep your anti-virus software and operating system up to date. Technology in the online world continues to evolve, so it's important to stay aware of the latest trends and tactics bad actors use in phishing scams. In 2024, sophisticated scams will demand more vigilance and protection.

Level up your account defense! In the game of online security, scammers are the bosses you want to beat. Equip your accounts with epic passwords – strong, unique, and not reused. Activate two-factor authentication (2FA) as your power-up shield. Regularly change your passwords like you'd update your gear. And if you spot any suspicious activity, report it to the game masters (service providers) and reset your password to keep your digital kingdom secure.

This feels a lot like RuneScape & Angels Online period for me... REMEMBER ONE THING: If it was not officially announced, it is fake!!! If you are on the original servers (not the individual RO metin2 ones....) The GM's will never give you something (because they might loose their job) or ask you to share anything (They have access to your user data!) ONLY complete stuff from the official website! And take a close look at the site link! If O is 0 there in it it's name, it is not the original website

It's important to be cautious of offers that seem too good to be true, especially in the online gaming world. Scammers often use attractive offers as bait to trick you into giving away sensitive information or money. By being cautious and vigilant, you can help protect yourself from online scams and avoid falling prey to offers that are too good to be true. Remember, it's always better to be safe than sorry.

It is "crucial’ for people to get educated about cyber security because it directly affects their lives on personal level. How? Because human life is more inter connected to advanced technology today and their devices carry more personal information than they share with others. There are many security measures available on the internet. You should constantly educate yourself on cyber security because it keeps on evolving.

Check and posts on the forums and social media (if you are a gamer, you have gamers in your lists) Also, please detail the scams as best as possible! AND report those scammers!

Make sure to vet the company and the job listing before applying or signing any offers. Do some research regarding common scams since there's unfortunately a lot of them in the gaming industry.

The role of trust and safety tools and practices is essential to oversee platforms and community managers have an important part in this as well. Especially thinking about big online communities

Do you know how simple is to use Kali Linux to attack you?! (It is so simple that you have YouTube proper tutorials on that..) So, ya, always learn about the new type of scams/attacks and about what happens in the world of security in games (and not only)

The role of trust and safety tools and practices is essential to oversee platforms and community managers have an important part in this as well. Especially thinking about big online communities

To stay up to date with cyber security, it’s vital to continuously educate yourself about the latest threats, technologies, and best practices. Fortunately, there are several strategies you can implement to ensure you’re well-informed such as seminars, webinars and numerous number of safety oriented articles. While staying informed is important, taking practical steps to stay up to date with cyber security is equally crucial. Keeping your operating system, software, and applications up to date with the latest patches and security updates is essential. These updates often include important security fixes that address vulnerabilities identified by developers. That way you ensure that you benefit from the latest security enhancements.

There are a lot of people, unfortunately, wanting to target people in the gaming industry. Maybe consult your LinkedIn network or some friends or family if a listing seems too good to be true or if it feels suspicious.