Minecraft Hackers Publish A Whole Lot Of Nonpublic Login Particulars Online

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Microsoft was left in a state of dismay after its Xbox One service was hacked by hackers in the Christmas season. Now it's facing a similar problem.



The reports on a German website claim that the list of 1,800 Microsoft-owned Minecraft usernames and passwords have been released online.



If they have access to these information Security experts warn that criminals can gain access to accounts, change settings and purchase virtual items.



Heise Online reported the hack and a lot of those verified accounts (selection that is shown) are believed to belong German gamers. It is unclear how the hackers gained access on the credentials, but security analyst Graham Cluely wrote : 'Possibilities could be a result of phishing attacks, malware, or even a security breach'



Heise Online reported the hack and a large portion of the verified accounts are believed to be belonging to German gamers.



It is not known how the hackers got their hands on the credentials, but security analyst Graham Cluely wrote on the Hot for Security blog: The possibilities range from simple phishing attack to keylogging malware stealing players' details when they log into the game, or even an attack on Minecraft itself.



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"Let's hope this isn't the last one , as the game has more than 100 million registered players.'



However a Microsoft spokesperson told MailOnline"We can confirm that there was not a Mojang.net service was compromised.



Normal procedures in the industry for dealing with situations like this were put into place to reset passwords on the small amount of affected accounts.'



Minecraft was first created in 2009.



At the start of the game, a player is placed in a 'virtually infinite game world.'



Players are given blocks and tools to build cities and towns.



The game was initially made for the PC but there are now Xbox 360 and mobile versions available.'



Based on the large number of registered users the hack appears to be small.



However, as Mr. Cluely said that if unauthorised players exploited the passwords and email addresses that were exposed, they would not be able to just log into other people's gameworlds, but also download a full version of the game that is normally sold for EUR19.95 Euros ($26.95 or PS17.95).'



Plus the cybercriminal once they have access to a person's email address, they can use it to hack other accounts, send spam, or spread malware.



Mr. Cluely additionally said there's no guarantee that the hacker who made this list doesn't have more 'in their back pocket.'



Microsoft bought Mojang in September in a deal said to be worth $2.5 billion (PS1.5 billion).



The game is available for PCs, Androids, iOS, Windows Phone and Windows Phone. It also works on consoles such as the Xbox One or PlayStation 4.



However, a Microsoft spokesperson told MailOnline that there was no evidence that the Mojang.net service was compromised. Although the amount of released information is only a tiny fraction of the game's 100,000-plus user base, Mr. Cluely stated that there is no guarantee that the hacker who released this current list doesn't have more in their pockets'



At the start of the game, the player is put into a 'virtually infinite game world.' The player is then able to explore different terrains, including mountains, forests and caves.



The game is now an international phenomenon, with more than 16645,000 users purchasing it.



There are even YouTube channels dedicated to showing players how to play the game, which also earn owners enough money from advertising to let them quit their jobs.