URGENT UPDATE: A massive cyberattack has forced Ubisoft to shut down the servers for its popular game Rainbow Six Siege. What initially seemed like a chaotic in-game glitch—players receiving a staggering $340 trillion in free credits—has escalated into a serious security breach involving multiple hacker groups and potential exposure of sensitive internal data.
The disruption began earlier today when players reported their accounts flooded with an unbelievable amount of credits, alongside rare developer skins and cosmetic items. While many celebrated the unexpected windfall, others faced mysterious account bans that included mocking messages directed at Ubisoft’s leadership. This alarming situation indicates that attackers gained significant access to the game’s management systems.
In response to the ongoing crisis, Ubisoft promptly took its servers and marketplace offline for investigation. The company later announced a major rollback to reverse the unauthorized changes. Thankfully, Ubisoft confirmed that players wouldn’t face bans for using the illicit currency, yet this incident appears to be just the tip of the iceberg.
According to a report from security research group Vx-Underground, Ubisoft is contending with a multi-faceted attack from up to four different hacker groups. One group seems focused on disrupting gameplay and distributing fraudulent currency, while others have targeted the company’s core infrastructure.
Reports indicate that one hacker group exploited a flaw in a database to access an internal Git repository, resulting in the theft of a large quantity of Ubisoft’s internal source code dating back to the 1990s. This breach encompasses critical software development kits and multiplayer services integral to Ubisoft’s entire gaming library.
Moreover, another group has claimed to have stolen sensitive user data and is allegedly attempting to extort the company. Meanwhile, a fourth group has suggested that the source code breach is not a new development, asserting that hackers have had access to Ubisoft’s internal systems for an extended period, using the high-profile Siege hack as a diversion to leak the data.
As the situation continues to evolve, players are urged to remain vigilant. Influential content creators and cybersecurity experts recommend that users stay offline until the issue is fully resolved. While waiting for server restoration, players should change their passwords and consider temporarily removing payment information from their Ubisoft accounts. They are also advised to be cautious of emails claiming to be from “Ubisoft Support” requesting passwords or payment details.
With the gaming community on high alert, Ubisoft is working diligently to secure its systems and restore normal operations. The full extent of the breach and its implications for players and the company remains unclear, but this incident is a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities in online gaming security.
Stay tuned for more updates as this situation develops.
