Alleged Ransomware Attack Targets Spider-Man, Wolverine Creators [Update]

• Kraven the Hunter appears in Marvel's Spider-Man 2 game by Insomniac Games.
• Insomniac Games targeted by ransomware gang, Rhysida, leaking personal data and game information.
• New web wings feature in Spider-Man 2 game.
• Rhysida claims to have personal data of voice actor Yuri Lowenthal.
• Sony responds to Insomniac hack, no other subsidiaries targeted.

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Villain Kraven the Hunter in Action

In a recent revelation, the character Kraven the Hunter is seen choking an opponent in the sequel of Marvel's Spider-Man game. The game is developed by Insomniac Games, a PlayStation-owned company, also known for the upcoming Marvel’s Wolverine game.

Insomniac Games Faces Cybersecurity Breach

Reports suggest that Insomniac Games was targeted by a ransomware gang. The gang reportedly stole personal data of employees and leaked information about the forthcoming X-Men action game.

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Web Wings Adds to the Excitement

Spider-Man 2's new web wings feature gives the sequel a distinctive appeal. The Week In Games brings you a sneak peek into what lies beyond Marvel's Spider-Man 2.

Insomniac Games' Security Breach: What Happened?

According to CyberDaily and Computing, the Rhysida group claimed to have breached Insomniac Games’ security systems. The hackers allegedly accessed personal data of current and former employees, including passport scans, emails, and confidential documents.

Rhysida Claims to Have Personal Information of Yuri Lowenthal

Yuri Lowenthal, the voice actor for Peter Parker in Insomniac’s Spider-Man games, has reportedly been targeted by Rhysida. The group claims to have his personal information.

Leaked Screenshots and Character Art for Marvel’s Wolverine

Rhysida also alleges to have obtained screenshots and character art for Marvel’s Wolverine, the highly anticipated action-adventure game currently being developed by Insomniac.

The Rhysida Threat

Similar to other cybersecurity attacks, "Rhysida" is both a group and a type of malware. The gang is relatively new, with its activities first reported in May 2023. It mainly targets U.K. institutions.

Rhysida's Ransomware Impact

The ransomware developed by Rhysida primarily affects Microsoft Windows users. It uses phishing attacks to trick employees into compromising devices, encrypts files, and demands a ransom to restore access.

Government Agencies Raise Alarm on Rhysida

On November 15, government agencies including the FBI, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), issued warnings about Rhysida and its malicious software.

Sony's Statement on the Insomniac Hack

In response to the reports of the Insomniac hack, Sony stated that they have "no reason" to believe that other subsidiaries were targets of the ransomware.

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