‘Mum, where did my Robux go?’ The Roblox scam targeting children
Criminals are targeting Roblox players with promises of extra Robux, the game’s in-game currency, through links shared on YouTube. After signing in through a linked site, players may find that the promised currency has not appeared, while their login details and personal data may be sought.
Criminals are attempting to obtain Roblox players’ login details and personal data while targeting their in-game currency, known as Robux.
The scam described involves a child being promised extra Robux after following a link on YouTube. The link leads to a site that appears to take the player to Roblox, but the promised currency does not appear after signing in.
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How are scam links distributed to Roblox players on YouTube?
What information can criminals access if players enter their login details?
What happens to accounts or stolen currency after a player signs in through a fraudulent link?
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