CD Projekt RED got pwned by hacker - Cyberpunk 2077 source code compromised

First the Cyberpunk 2077 launch turned into a fiasco and now CD Projekt RED is the victim of a major hack. Via a tweet, the Polish game designer confirms it got hit by a ransomware attack. About the only good news is that, based on current knowledge, no personal data of gamers or users of CD Projekt RED services were compromised.

The attacker gained access to a treasure trove of corporate data. According to the ransom note, which was made public by CD Projekt RED, the hacker downloaded all documents relating to accounting, administration, legal, HR, investor relations, and more.

Furthermore, a Perforce server containing source code for Cyberpunk 2077, Witcher 3, Gwent, and an unreleased version of Witcher 3 was compromised too.

The hacker threatens to sell or leak all stolen files if CD Projekt RED doesn't give in to undisclosed demands. CD Projekt RED claims it will not negotiate with the hacker -- which means a bunch of files will likely leak to the web in the coming days/weeks.

To our ex employees: As of this moment, we don't possess evidence that any of your personal data was accessed. However, we still recommend caution (i.e. enabling fraud alerts). If you have questions, please write to our Privacy Team dpo[at]https://t.co/0UUMoqT5tF

— CD PROJEKT RED (@CDPROJEKTRED) February 9, 2021