Japanese game company Capcom has confirmed a data leak that compromised the personal information of approximately 11.7 million users.
The breach has led to a rise in scam attempts targeting those whose details were exposed. Authorities and cybersecurity firms have warned users to be cautious of unsolicited messages claiming to be from Capcom or related services.
Capcom has advised affected customers to monitor their accounts and change passwords where necessary. The company is cooperating with investigators and has taken steps to secure its systems.
Large-scale data leaks often result in secondary attacks such as phishing and identity theft. Users in the Maldives and elsewhere who hold Capcom accounts are encouraged to enable two-factor authentication and verify communications through official channels only.
The incident adds to a series of high-profile breaches affecting entertainment and gaming companies in recent years.