Igniq.com Latest game news Our latest reviews Join our community forums Send us games news tips About this site

Security Flaw in XBox Website Fixed - 26.5.05

  Email to a friend



XBoxMicrosoft have fixed a security hole in the official XBox website; apparently the vulnerability could have allowed the harvesting of email addresses and credit card numbers:

The bug, called a "cross-scripting" vulnerability, affected Microsoft's Xbox 360 site, where gamers can get a sneak peak at the upcoming console's features. According to Finjan Software, the vulnerability could let phishers harvest such things as email addresses and credit card numbers.

ITNews.com: Microsoft fixes flaw in Xbox website

Related:
Microsoft: XBox Games To Continue Through To 2007 (10 April)
High definition Xbox 360 videos
Microsoft select partner for XBox wireless controller design
Discussion >>

By Rob (Email: Rob at igniq dot com) 



Sponsored links:

Place a link here

 
  Member of the Boxxet Network of Blogs, Videos and Photos