Formula 1 is returning to the Sepang International Circuit from 2 to 4 October 2026 after a 9-year absence.

With local fan excitement building, Kaspersky is warning supporters to watch out for fake online stores impersonating official Formula 1 merchandise retailers to steal payment details and personal data.

How fake Formula 1 storefronts trick buyers

An example of a fake website offering F1 merchandises

Security researchers at Kaspersky found that these scam sites mimic legitimate retailers by using genuine team logos, driver imagery, and false claims of official certification.