Following Ubisoft cyber attack, hackers claim to leak Watch Dogs: Legion code online

Ubisoft says that it is investigating media claims that the Egregor ransomware gang has published a 558 GB archive of the source code and resources of the video game Watch Dogs: Legion on file-sharing site networks.

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Capcom hacked. Resident Evil game developer discloses cyber attack

Japanese game developer Capcom has revealed that it suffered a security breach earlier this week which saw malicious hackers access its internal systems.

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REvil Gang Promises a Big Video-Game Hit; Claims Massive Revenue

In a wide-ranging interview, a REvil leader said the gang is earing $100 million per year, and provided insights into the life of a cybercriminal. Continue reading REvil Gang Promises a Big Video-Game Hit; Claims Massive Revenue

Maze Ransomware Gang to Shut Down Operations

Security researchers learned that the Maze digital crime gang is in the process of shutting down its ransomware operations. Bleeping Computer began hearing rumors of the shutdown in early September 2020. In an email conversation, a ransomware attacker … Continue reading Maze Ransomware Gang to Shut Down Operations

Egregor: Sekhmet’s Cousin

The year 2020 will be remembered none too fondly for several reasons. For much of the world, the global pandemic that resulted in many countries going into lockdowns resulting in massive disruptions to daily life will feature prominently in humankind&… Continue reading Egregor: Sekhmet’s Cousin

Egregor Claims Responsibility for Barnes & Noble Attack, Leaks Data

The ransomware gang claims to have bought network access to the bookseller’s systems before encrypting the networks and stealing “financial and audit data.” Continue reading Egregor Claims Responsibility for Barnes & Noble Attack, Leaks Data

Game Titles Watch Dogs: Legion and Albion Targeted in Hack

In both cases, cybercriminals claim to have reams of information for the popular gaming titles. Continue reading Game Titles Watch Dogs: Legion and Albion Targeted in Hack