Published on April 12, 2026
Rockstar Games confirmed it has been affected by a third-party data breach, attributed to the hacking group ShinyHunters. The group, known for previous attacks on major companies like Microsoft and Google, claims to have infiltrated the game publisher’s cloud servers with a warning to either negotiate or face data leaks. ShinyHunters did not specify the type of data accessed but stated that Rockstar must respond 14 to prevent the release of the information, which they allege could lead to “several annoying (digital) problems.” Rockstar characterized the incident as involving “a limited amount of non-material company information” with no repercussions on its operations or players. This breach follows a significant security incident for Rockstar in 2022, which resulted in leaks of gameplay footage and assets for Grand Theft Auto VI. A member of the Lapsus$ hacking group involved in that breach was subsequently sentenced to indefinite hospitalization. The confirmation of the latest breach raises questions about the security measures adopted the impact of such hacks on its reputation. The company’s prompt acknowledgment may mitigate potential fallout among users and investors.
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