Path of Exile 2 Faces Security Breach as Hackers Target Player Accounts and Steal Valuables

The early access launch of Path of Exile 2 has been marred by a major security crisis, with players reporting that their accounts have been hacked and valuable resources stolen. This breach not only affects those playing Path of Exile 2 but has also extended to accounts in the original Path of Exile, with devastating consequences for victims.

Players have discovered that their accounts, inventories, and shared stashes—critical for leveling and late-game progression—have been raided. These losses are particularly devastating because:

• High-Value Resources Missing: Late-game items, which require countless hours of grinding, have vanished.

• Inventories Compromised: Shared inventory systems mean that all characters on an account are affected.

Several victims took to the official Path of Exile forums to share their experiences. They describe the frustration of logging in to find their hard-earned progress wiped away and the sinking realization that Grinding Gear Games (GGG) cannot restore stolen items, leaving them to start from scratch.

Steam 2FA Breach Raises Alarming Questions

What’s more troubling is how hackers bypassed Steam’s Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). Some affected players reported receiving notification emails of attempted logins, only to find that the intruders bypassed the security measures anyway. If Steam’s 2FA is this easily circumvented, it suggests a broader security issue that could impact more than just Path of Exile 2 players.

Hacker’s Presence and Modus Operandi

The hacker—or potentially a group—has been active on Path of Exile forums, allegedly taunting victims and sharing updates about their exploits. They’ve reportedly used constantly changing usernames to evade detection, making it difficult for players and moderators to track them.

Grinding Gear Games’ Response

GGG is working to address the fallout, including:

• Account Recovery Efforts: They are prioritizing the reversal of bans on hacked accounts, but this process could take weeks, leaving players without access to the game.

• No Rollbacks for Stolen Items: GGG confirmed that stolen items cannot be restored, forcing victims to grind again for lost materials.

Unfortunately, the slow resolution has left many players frustrated, particularly those who have invested significant time in the game.

The crisis isn’t limited to Path of Exile 2. Reports indicate that accounts tied to the original Path of Exile are also being affected, with rare items like Gems disappearing. This broadens the scope of the breach, suggesting a systematic vulnerability.

What’s Next for Path of Exile Players?

Grinding Gear Games and Steam face mounting pressure to bolster security measures and resolve the breach swiftly. For now, players are advised to monitor their accounts closely, enable all available security features, and report any suspicious activity to GGG and Steam.

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