Sony’s Insomniac Games Hacked, Marvel’s Wolverine Screenshots Leaked
Sony’s subsidiary, Insomniac Games, recently fell victim to a cyber attack by a ransomware group known as Rhysida. The hackers were able to infiltrate the gaming studio and gain access to sensitive information. As a result, screenshots of Insomniac’s upcoming Marvel title, Wolverine, were leaked.
The Background
In 2019, Sony acquired Insomniac Games with the intention of developing first-party exclusive titles for the PlayStation. Insomniac went on to achieve great success with the release of the Marvel’s Spider-Man franchise. Following this triumph, it was announced that the studio would also be working on a new superhero game based on the Marvel character, Wolverine. While a short trailer was previously released, specific details about the game remained unknown. However, the recent hack has unveiled gameplay screenshots, shedding light on what fans can expect from the highly anticipated title.
Investigation Underway
Sony Interactive Entertainment has initiated an investigation into the cyber attack. CyberDaily, a cybersecurity news website, was the first to report on the incident. According to an official spokesperson from Sony, it appears that only Insomniac Games was targeted by the ransomware group, and other divisions within Sony were unaffected. Rhysida, the hacking group responsible for the attack, shared a collage of screenshots on their website, which included private information from the studio. Among the leaked content were internal emails, employment documents, Marvel’s Wolverine screenshots, and what seem to be passports or other government documents belonging to Insomniac Games staff.
Previous Activities of Rhysida
It is worth noting that this is not the first time Rhysida has made headlines for their hacking activities. Earlier this year, the group claimed responsibility for attacks on healthcare companies in the UK. They have also targeted firms in various sectors, including education, manufacturing, information technology, and government. The attack even affected Yuri Lowenthal, the voice actor for Spider-Man 2.
Stay Tuned for Updates
At present, these are the details available regarding the Insomniac Games hack. As the investigation progresses, more information may come to light. We will continue to provide updates on any significant developments related to this matter.
