Increased Hacking Reports in Path of Exile 2
Path of Exile 2 has recently been plagued by a surge in hacking incidents, with numerous players taking to the game’s Reddit page to express their grievances. Many users have detailed instances where important PoE 2 items and currencies have mysteriously disappeared upon logging back in. The sheer volume of reported cases has led to speculation about a potential massive data breach within the Path of Exile community.
Players Report Accounts Being Hacked
A significant number of players have come forward to report that their accounts have been compromised, resulting in the disappearance of valuable items from their stashes and premium tabs. Hackers seem to have a particular interest in high-value items like Divine Orbs, Headhunter, and Mageblood, while leaving other items untouched. Although affected players can still access their accounts, concerns about security have understandably been raised among the gaming community, fearing what actions hackers may take next.
Initially, reports of hacks were primarily linked to users of the Path of Exile 2 native launcher. However, players using the Steam platform have also reported similar issues, indicating that no platform is immune to these unauthorized access attempts. Interestingly, victims on both platforms have only had their prized possessions stolen, suggesting a targeted effort by the hackers.
How Hackers are Accessing PoE 2 Accounts
Alarmingly, the hackers seem to be able to bypass login notifications and two-factor authentication (2FA) prompts, raising concerns about the effectiveness of these security measures. The lack of triggering these alerts implies that hackers may be using stolen session IDs or cookies to gain access to user accounts without raising suspicion. The mystery surrounding how these perpetrators are manipulating game session IDs has left the community in a state of uncertainty, especially since Grinding Gear Games has yet to address the issue and provide a solution.
As a precautionary measure, players are advised to remove any third-party applications from their PCs, particularly Chrome or browser extensions that could potentially compromise the security of their accounts. These steps should be taken until Grinding Gear Games acknowledges the issue and implements measures to safeguard player accounts.