Microsoft Investigates Xbox Live Fraud
News Posted 22/03/07
Author: PV5150
Source: DailyTech
Microsoft is investigating possible fraud on its Xbox Live service following customer complaints of having their accounts stolen.
| …troubled users report that their credit card information was stolen to buy Microsoft Points, a form of currency used to by games downloads on Xbox Live. While Microsoft is not addressing specific concerns just yet, a representative said in a statement provided to CNET: “Recently, there have been reports of fraudulent activity and account theft taking place on the Xbox Live network … Security is a top priority for Xbox Live, and we are actively investigating all reports of fraudulent behavior and theft.†|
Perhaps now is the time that Microsoft allowed removal of credit/debit card information from your account once you’ve activated it.
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