I received what seems semi-legit email from “Epic Games” suggesting the forums have been hacked. Yet there is no information on the website, blog or forum announcements pages. My password has not been “reset” as stated and the email links do not seem legit either.
And… I can still log on here without any issues.
Could anyone confirm if this is real or not? I am a little worried as my forum and billing account seems to be merged some time ago so a potential hacker has possibly got my details there too!
I never click on the “Click here to log in” links in emails. It diverts you to a page and captures your log in details. If you did use an email link to log in, please change your password as soon as possible!
Can you look at the log in link by putting your mouse over it, and seeing what it is in the status bar?
Just wanted to let know that it was an official email and not a scam. The hack only pertains to the older forums and not the newer ones. If you have a UDK, Infinityblade, Bulletstorm or other previous title forum account, please update your passwords and any associated email address passwords. This did not affect the UE4, Fortnite or Unreal Tournament forums, as they are on a different system. The email has more details.
I have an old UDK account. The trouble is, with the forums down, I can’t tell which password it is. It should be an old one, but is there a way to check?
Right now there is not a way to get that information. We will keep the community updated on when that will be available again. I don’t have any ETA at the moment.