Cyberattack traffic targeting video game industry surged during the pandemic

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Cyberattack traffic targeting the video game industry grew more than any other industry during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Akamai’s report, the video game industry suffered more than 240 million web application attacks in 2020, a 340% increase over 2019. Mobile games incorporating in-app purchases are also subject to a consistent barrage of attacks, according to the report. Criminals are seeking any opportunity to exploit players who spend real money on virtual, in-game items like … More →

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