It has been hashed about more than enough, so I won’t rehash. Sony’s recent claim that Anonymous is responsible is pretty funny. I wouldn’t even say I know much about them, but I did read a lot about them during the HBGary event and it seemed pretty clear at face value that Sony was hoping they would be an easy “common enemy” that no one would question when it comes to pointing fingers. Our response: “Oh, Anonymous, well they’re awesome hackers so you had no chance. Beef up security and let’s hope this doesn’t happen again. You are as much a victim as everyone whose accounts were stolen.”
Yeah, right. Sony could at least have tried to keep their systems patched and web server up to date.
Worst case this is an inconvenience if you practice safety online (different passwords for different sites). Credit card companies aren’t going to make you pay anything so long as you report a fraudulent charge as soon as you notice it. The real damage is to the kids who play these things every day and are angry. Good opportunity for a competitor to step in.
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