GTA Online players furious as crews “stolen” after Rockstar security breach
Rockstar Games have had its hand full with security issues, and a GTA online breach only compounds concerns.
On September 18, a MassiveGTA 6 leakincluded more than 90 videos revealing the game’s location and gameplay features. GTA fans feared the worst, butRockstarsaid they don’t “anticipate any long-term effect on the development of ongoing projects.”
GTA 6’s initial leak started a wave of otherrumorsandEaster eggssurfacing. Fans digging for clues is inevitable, but it raises questions over Rockstar’s ability to fend off any unwarranted leaks.
A breach bypassing GTA online’s two-factor authentication system is the latest in a string of security issues at Rockstar, and players are furious, to say the least.
Massive exploit steals GTA Onlne Social Club accounts
The GTA Online Social Club allows players to track their stats manage their crews, or check achievements. Crews consist of players that battle against other crews and form alliances. Players can rank up their crews, unlocking cosmetic items and challenges.
However, there seems to be some nefarious activities going on pertaining to crews and it’s causing some major concerns on social media.
GTA YouTuberGhillierevealed, “someone is stealing Social Club accounts through Rockstar Support bypassing two-factor authentication and deleting crews.”
The YouTuber claimed they had both of their crews wiped by the exploit.
Rockstar has a massive exploit on their hands. Someone is stealing social club accounts through Rockstar Support bypassing 2FA and deleting crews. Just had both my crews wiped this morning by it.@RockstarSupportFix this!
On September 24, GTA Online playerPLTytusclaimed his crew was “stolen today despite strong password and two-step verification enabled.”
Remember the crew with two-letter tag? It was stolen today despite strong password and two-step verification enabled. Its owner (ex-owner now) is my friend, so it is first hand info. Good to know our accounts on RGSC are securely stored.https://t.co/d07uLwf13x#GTAOnline
Deleting crews erases any progress made, and stolen Social Club accounts prevents players from tracking hard-earned stats and achievements.
Rockstar Support has not yet commented on the issue or provided any ways to prevent the exploit. We will provide an update once we know more information.
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