Capcom says 11.7 million Capcom ID accounts hit by cyberattack
The publisher says a third party accessed customer data linked to Capcom ID and that it has addressed the attack method.
Capcom has confirmed that more than 11,700,000 Capcom ID accounts were affected after a third party accessed certain customer information linked to the account service without authorization, according to gamesradar.com.
The company said it has completed emergency response measures and has identified and addressed the attack method. Services that use Capcom ID, including games, remain available, Capcom said.
Capcom said it will contact affected customers and has set up dedicated customer-support channels for those with questions about the incident.
The company stated that the attack occurred on October 19, according to its own statement.
What Capcom ID covers
Capcom ID is the publisher's account system, used across its games catalogue, which includes series such as Resident Evil, Monster Hunter and Street Fighter.
Quick answers
How many Capcom ID accounts were affected?
Capcom says more than 11,700,000 Capcom ID accounts were affected.
Are Capcom's games still playable after the attack?
Capcom says services that use Capcom ID, including games, remain available.
What should affected customers do?
Capcom says it will contact affected customers and has set up dedicated customer-support channels.