Steam Phishing Detection Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Steam phishing schemes in digital assets. Phishing is a type of social engineering attack often used to steal user data, including login credentials and credit card numbers. It is a critical threat to personal and organizational security, highlighting the importance of early detection.
Short Info
Level
Informational
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
17 days 1 hour
Scan only one
URL
Toolbox
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Steam is an online platform developed by Valve Corporation, widely used for purchasing, playing, and discussing games. It caters to a community of millions of gamers and developers worldwide. Through its extensive library and user-friendly interface, Steam has become the ultimate destination for gaming enthusiasts. Its features, including cloud storage, achievements, and user-generated content, have significantly contributed to its popularity. Steam's diversified functionality covers game server hosting, community forums, and streaming capabilities. As a centralized hub, anyone passionate about gaming has frequently utilized Steam to enhance their gaming experience.
Phishing is a fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in electronic communication. Cybercriminals often deploy phishing tactics via email, social media, or fake websites to trick users into logging into a fake Steam webpage. The goal is to retrieve login credentials or confidential information such as credit card numbers. It's an urgent threat since phishers can cause data breaches and significant financial losses if not promptly detected. Steam, as a popular platform, is frequently targeted in these types of attacks. Early identification of phishing attempts is critical to protecting users and maintaining their security.
The phishing detection scanner identifies the presence of pages mimicking legitimate Steam components by analyzing specific text and metadata inconsistencies. The scanner verifies textual snippets such as "Welcome to Steam" and "Steam is the ultimate destination for playing, discussing, and creating games," which should not appear outside a verified domain context. It verifies URLs reach valid endpoints with legitimate domain references like 'steampowered.com.' These technical checks are essential for identifying fraudulent sites attempting to mislead users into providing sensitive information.
The potential effects of a successful phishing exploit are dire, leading to unauthorized access to user accounts, unauthorized transactions, and financial losses. Confidential user data, once captured, can be utilized for fraud, identity theft, or resold on the black market. Such security compromises can severely impact trust and cause reputational damage to service providers. Long-term consequences on users may include financial loss, personal data exposure, and loss of personal control over gaming libraries.
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