Summary: Path of Exile 2 developers revealed that a compromised admin account led to the hacking of at least 66 player accounts, resulting in the loss of in-game items and purchases. The breach, which has been ongoing since November, was exacerbated by inadequate logging practices and security vulnerabilities.
Threat Actor: Unknown | unknown
Victim: Players of Path of Exile 2 | Path of Exile 2
Key Point :
- Compromised admin account allowed hackers to change passwords and access player accounts.
- Players reported losing valuable in-game items without triggering two-factor authentication.
- Developers acknowledged security flaws and have implemented new measures post-incident.
- No compensation plans have been announced for affected players, and restoration of stolen items is deemed impossible.