Sony’s Insomniac Games has fallen victim to a ransomware attack by the group Rhysida, compromising sensitive information and leaking screenshots of its upcoming Marvel game, “Wolverine.” Insomniac Games, acquired by Sony in 2019, is renowned for developing the successful Marvel’s Spider-Man franchise. The recently disclosed hack has exposed private details, including emails, employment documents, and what seems to be passports or official documents of Insomniac Games staff.
The leaked screenshots shed light on the highly anticipated Marvel’s Wolverine title, providing glimpses of the gameplay. Sony Interactive Entertainment has initiated an investigation into the breach. According to a Sony spokesperson, only Insomniac Games appears to be impacted, with other Sony divisions avoiding the attention of the ransomware group Rhysida.
The cyberattack also affected Yuri Lowenthal, the voice actor for Spider-Man 2, further implicating the severity of the breach. Rhysida, the group responsible for the attack, has previously claimed involvement in cyberattacks on UK healthcare companies and has targeted various sectors, including education, manufacturing, information technology, and government.
The hack raises concerns about cybersecurity within the gaming industry and the potential consequences for upcoming releases. Sony’s response to the breach and its measures to secure sensitive information will likely play a crucial role in mitigating the impact on Insomniac Games and the broader gaming community.
As investigations unfold, updates on the situation are expected to provide a clearer understanding of the extent of the data breach and the steps being taken to address the security vulnerabilities within Insomniac Games.
