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Just had my Xbox live account hacked
ark_ader:
Just got the email from Microsoft today.
They investigated and restored my account (thank God) and I got all my points back. I was awarded an extra month of Live and they are refunding the money taken from my credit card.
In the end it wasn't really Microsoft's fault, but again after review of the situation it seems some hack at Electronic Arts allowed gamertags to be exploited. Maybe in 5 years we will find out how it was all done.
I still think the issue should go to the serious fraud department at Scotland Yard, as there are plenty of invasions going on without seeing an end.
Best lesson I have learned is to keep your credit card away from the Internet, and pay via a prepaid debit card.
Paypal is only limited to eBay purchases, now. :(
AtomSmasher:
Theres a reason I've never used a credit card (or paypal) on a console. I always buy point cards from Amazon, then use those cards on the console. You're emailed the numbers on the card instantly, so you don't have to wait for it in the mail.
Well Fed Games:
Glad to hear all your points/money were returned.
ark_ader:
--- Quote from: AtomSmasher on January 13, 2012, 06:05:04 pm ---Theres a reason I've never used a credit card (or paypal) on a console. I always buy point cards from Amazon, then use those cards on the console. You're emailed the numbers on the card instantly, so you don't have to wait for it in the mail.
--- End quote ---
Damn right. I got another email notifying me of my account renewal and they are inviting me to add yet another credit card....I don't think so Microsoft. :lol
Malenko:
--- Quote from: ark_ader on January 14, 2012, 07:11:43 am ---Damn right. I got another email notifying me of my account renewal and they are inviting me to add yet another credit card....I don't think so Microsoft. :lol
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so EA ---smurfs--- up, Microsoft fixes the issue, and gives you a free month of live, and you blame microsoft?
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