Epic add two-factor authentication and issue refunds after Fortnite account hacks

Update, March 12: Fortnite account hacks are continuing to happen, so do yourself a favor and use a better password.

Last month, reports began to circulate from a large number of Fortnite players getting their accounts hacked and seeing fraudulent purchases made for hundreds of dollars. Though it doesn’t appear there’s been a data breach at Epic, Fortnite’s wild popularity has made it a popular target for hackers.

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Epic are resolving the issues on a case-by-case basis, but it’s become a large enough problem that they now have a lengthy support article detailing how to protect your account. They also implemented the long-awaited two-factor authentication system for additional security earlier this month.

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