"Fake Epic Games Hack Exposed as Scam Operation by Hacking Group"

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A fake ransomware gang, Mogilevich, admitted to fabricating claims of hacking Fortnite maker Epic Games and attempting to scam hackers by falsely offering hacking tools. Epic Games denied being hacked and stated there was "zero evidence" to support Mogilevich's claims. The group's confession may also be a lie, but it is clear that they are not behind any hack. This incident highlights the ongoing vigilance of video game companies against potential cyber threats.
- Fake Ransomware Gang Admits It Made Up Epic Games Hack IGN
- Epic Games 'hacker' Mogilevich admits it was a scam operation Cyber Daily
- Epic Games Hackers Say They Faked The Whole Thing TheGamer
- Hacking group claims Epic Games breach Eurogamer.net
- That 189GB Epic Games "hack" may have been a scam aimed at other hackers Rock Paper Shotgun
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