JAKARTA (IndoTelko) - An unknown hacker recently leaked an internal document revealing how Roblox, one of the world's most popular gaming platforms for kids, stores content. The paper provides an overview of how platform thieves target children and how the platform is used to protect children. Also, the problem cited in the document is that while the Roblox system reports only 100 percent of submitted reports, only about 10 percent are actionable. This shows that even on gaming platforms where content is moderated, there is a high risk for children. Roblox is an online gaming platform that allows users to create their own simulation games and virtual places to play in different locations or invite other users. There are harmless and very popular places where users can choose and take care of a pet or overcome obstacles with their character. The genres of such games are almost limitless, and the number of daily users will reach 50 million school-age children by the end of 2021. “Unfortunately, in the world of gaming, users can also encounter online scammers who can be contributors or authors of the selected game. Their threats can come from the game world - they often show aggression or invented gameplay. The Roblox game world can be used for phishing - to create a resource, steal logins and passwords from accounts, and then extort money from victims; or under the guise of an in-game currency (Robux), users can be offered to register under real names or deposit into the “break-even lottery”, which only leads to material losses,” says Andrei Sidenko, security researcher at Kaspersky Lab. Roblox has a content moderation system that cannot be fully relied on. This can be very dangerous for school children, experienced people and those who may not know the basic rules of cyber security. Here are a few rules to help you not only protect your data, but keep it safe. Protect yourself and your children from online harm:
Do not reveal your real name, city, school, or other personal information that could assist in genuine identity attacks; Only chat with users you know personally; don't talk to strangers on Roblox or anywhere else; Use a complex and unique password and always end your last gaming session, especially if you decide to connect from an unknown device. Don't forget to use two-factor authentication; Roblox uses an internal content monitoring system and if you or other users encounter spam, online scams, various types of attacks or attacks, you must report it to a moderator; Evaluate critically what you find in the game world. Criminals can use a variety of methods, including social engineering. For example, they may offer you a reward in the form of in-game currency (Robux) for personal information. If someone offers it to you, it is most likely an "interested" scam. Use an antivirus solution and parental control software to ensure your child is safe on the internet. (enter)
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