Capcom confirms data breach

The video game studio Capcom has confirmed that it has been the victim of a hacking incident, which has affected 11 million user accounts.

Nature of the breach

The breach reportedly involved unauthorized access to user data, including usernames, passwords, and possibly other personal information stored in Capcom’s systems.

Steps taken by Capcom

Capcom has stated that it is working with cybersecurity experts to investigate the incident and has advised affected users to change their passwords and enable two-factor authentication where possible.

Impact on users

The affected accounts span multiple Capcom games and services, including popular titles such as Monster Hunter and Street Fighter, raising concerns about user privacy and account security.

Official response and timeline

Capcom has issued a public statement acknowledging the breach and is cooperating with law enforcement, though the exact timeline of the incident and the full extent of the data compromised remain unclear.