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Friday, 29 January 2010

Blizzard Launches Battle.Net Security Site

Posted on 17:45 by Unknown
Blizzard has launched their official security awareness page offering helpful advice on what you can do to safeguard your computer, how to spot scams, info on the adverse effects of buying gold, and tried-and-true methods to help prevent account compromises.

The specifically provide:
  • A Security Checklist - covering preventative measures that you should be taking
  • Type of Account Thefts - listing the common methods used to hack accounts
  • Advice on what to do if you get hacked
Be sure to check it out at http://us.battle.net/security/

As always, having a Blizzard Authenticator is one of the best methods of hack prevention.
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