It was announced that the Sandbox employee’s computer was hacked. However, users’ e-mail addresses were exposed. As Kriptokoin.com, we have compiled the details of the Sandbox hack for you.
Sandbox detects unauthorized access on employee’s computer
Sandbox, a popular online gaming platform, recently announced that it was targeted by an unauthorized third party that gained access to an employee’s computer. The third party managed to gain access to a number of email addresses and sent an email falsely claiming to be from The Sandbox. The email contained malware hyperlinks that could potentially install malware on a user’s computer and allow the attacker to access personal information.
The company noticed the unauthorized access on February 26, 2023 and took immediate action to protect its users. Sandbox emailed known recipients of the fake email and instructed them not to open, play or download anything from the hyperlinked website. The company also blocked the employee’s accounts and access, reformatted the employee’s laptop, and reset all related passwords, including mandating two-factor authentication.
Although third party access is limited to a single employee’s computer, it is important for The Sandbox users to take precautions. The company recommends using strong passwords and implementing two-factor authentication to keep accounts as secure as possible. Users should also avoid clicking hyperlinks in suspicious emails and install reliable antivirus programs to detect and remove malware as soon as possible.
Sandbox works diligently to ensure that the information its users entrust to the platform remains safe. The company is also improving its security policies and practices to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
SAND has been exposed to scams in recent months
The Sandbox said in its blog post that an unauthorized third party gained access to an employee’s computer and used it to send emails to users. However, the email titled ‘The Sandbox Game (PURELAND) Access’ contained links to malware that could be used to gain access to the personal information of those who clicked on them. However, the firm did not specify how many people received the email.
Sandbox, an online multiplayer game where players compete to win NFTs, has been hit by high-value phishing scams in recent months. A crook named Monkey Drainer stole nearly $1.8 million worth of NFTs in two hacks late last year.
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