Microsoft was left red-faced after its Xbox One service was hacked by hackers in the Christmas season. Now it's experiencing the same problem. According to reports according to reports, an German website has published a list of 1,800 Microsoft Minecraft usernames and passwords online. A security expert warns that criminals may gain access to these data and even hack into accounts, change settings, or purchase virtual items. Heise Online reported the hack and a lot of those verified accounts (selection that is shown) are believed to be belonging to German gamers. Although it's not clear how the hackers obtained the credentials security analyst Graham Cluely stated that there are a variety of possibilities. This includes malware and phishing attacks as well as security breaches. Heise Online reported the hack and many of the verified accounts are believed to be belonging to German gamers. It's not clear how the hackers got their hands on the credentials, however security analyst Graham Cluely wrote on the Hot for Security blog: The possibilities range from simple phishing attacks, keylogging malware that steals players' details when they log into the game, or even a security breach at Minecraft itself. Is it time to update your login details? Is the end of this world coming? Atomic scientists are preparing to... The app that helps you create a fake relationship Invisible... Is Google planning to purchase Netflix? Experts reveal the technology... 248 shares Let's hope that it's not last one, because the game has more than 100 million registered users. MailOnline was informed by a Microsoft spokesperson that they were able to confirm that no Mojang.net services were compromised. Normal procedures in the industry were developed to handle situations such as this. Minecraft Server List were used to reset passwords for a small number of affected accounts. Minecraft was first created in 2009. A player is placed in a virtually infinite game world at the beginning of the game. Players are given blocks and tools for building cities and towns. Although the original game was intended for the PC There are now versions for mobile and Xbox 360. The hack is small in comparison to the number of registered users. However, Mr. Cluely pointed out that unauthorised users could use the unsecured passwords or email addresses to access other people's gameworlds and also download the full game which is usually priced at EUR19.95 Euros ($26.95 / PS17.95). Cybercriminals can also get access to an individual's email address to hack other accounts or send malware, or even send spam. Mr Cluely added that there is no guarantee that the hacker who published this list of hacks also does not have more in their back pocket.' Microsoft bought Mojang in September in a deal that was said to be worth $2.5 billion (PS1.5 billion). The game is accessible on PCs, Android, iOS and Windows Phone, as well as gaming consoles, including the Xbox One and PlayStation 4. However there is a Microsoft spokesperson confirmed to MailOnline that no Mojang.net service was compromised. Although the amount of released information is only a tiny fraction of the game's 100 million-plus users, Mr Cluely stated that there's no guarantee the hacker who published this list doesn't have more 'in their pockets' At the start of the game, the player is placed in a 'virtually infinite game world.' They are then able to explore different terrains, including mountains, forests and caves. The game has become an international phenomenon with more than 16645,000 users having purchased it. There are even YouTube channels dedicated to showing players how to play the game, and in same cases make the owners enough money in advertising to quit their jobs.
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