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entertainment-and-gaming3 days ago•14 min saved

PS5 Accounts at Risk: Social-Engineering Flaw Lets Hackers Hijack PSN

A confirmed Sony security flaw enables social-engineering scams that hijack PlayStation Network accounts by abusing PS Support’s account-recovery process. Attackers can impersonate users using basic purchase history, override protections, and take control of emails and passwords, with two-factor authentication rendered ineffective. Sony is aware of the issue but has not yet implemented a robust fix, and reports of stolen PSN accounts are rising.

via PlayStation LifeStyle|

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technology8 days ago•7 min saved

Prominent PS5 Podcaster's PSN Hack Highlights Social-Engineering Risk

Prominent PS5 podcaster Colin Moriarty confirmed his PSN account was hacked in what appears to be a social-engineering attack, with attackers disabling his 2FA and changing the email; Moriarty wasn’t phished, but the incident led to a warning that customer-service processes can be exploited. Sony helped recover the account, underscoring ongoing PlayStation security vulnerabilities and the need for stronger verification to prevent future takeovers.

via Push Square|

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technology9 months ago•3 min saved

Google Enhances Security Measures to Combat Account Hacks and Cyberattacks

Google reports a significant increase in account hacking attacks, primarily through phishing and credential theft, with an 84% rise last year and ongoing threats in 2025. The company provides a step-by-step guide for users to recover their accounts, emphasizing the importance of using trusted devices and following security protocols. Experts highlight that attackers often use legitimate email accounts for credential harvesting, posing risks beyond Google users. Users are advised to stay vigilant and follow recommended security practices to protect their accounts.

via Forbes|

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