Insomniac hackers leak tons of stolen files about the company online
destructoid.comA massive amount of information regarding Insomniac Games and future Sony ventures has been posted online. Insomniac, victims of a ransomware attack, has now seen details about Wolverine and other major projects shared, alongside personal employee information.
Per Cyber Daily, which is reportedly in contact with the group behind the leak, the leak was uploaded in parts and shared details on many upcoming projects. This includes development footage of Wolverine, files from the recent Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, and details about upcoming projects, including a new publishing agreement for another Marvel property, X-Men.
Alongside unreleased game documentation, employee info also seems to have leaked because of this hack. Cyber Daily’s report mentions internal HR documents, including I-9 forms and termination documents, Slack screenshots, and the contents of several PCs.
The hackers purportedly behind the attack made a threat to publish more, after releasing a few verifying materials, and asked a sum for the data.
We’ve reached out to Sony for comment.
Following the leaks, developers and even studio accounts have come out in support of Insomniac. Remedy Entertainment emphasizes the “truly disgraceful and shameful” leak of employee’s personal info.
Our sympathies to @insomniacgames and all the affected team members. After all the effort and dedication they have poured into their games, they didn't deserve this. No one does. The hackers also leaked employee's personal information, which is truly disgraceful and shameful.
Wushu Studios, which has worked on State of Decay 2, Baldur’s Gate 3, Forza Horizon 5, and more also sent love and support. “Game creators work tirelessly to create works of art & entertainment for everyone,” the
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