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Security Flaw Let Outsider Hijack FIFA World Cup Broadcast Systems
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First reported by Ynet · Jun 18, 2026
What happened
A researcher called Bob the Hacker says he found a major FIFA security flaw that could have let anyone control World Cup broadcast systems. FIFA reportedly fixed the issue after being alerted, but has not publicly addressed the matter.
- 01Bob the Hacker says FIFA's portal exposed World Cup broadcast controls to any internet user.
- 02The flaw allegedly gave access to live cameras, broadcast feeds, stats and internal notes.
- 03FIFA fixed the issue after contact, but has stayed publicly silent.
- 04The article says the bug could also have been exploited in sports betting.
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