A sign is seen outside a GameStop store in Niles, Illinois, U.S. May 23, 2016.
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GameStop potential security breach could put customers’ info in peril

  • Posted byby Mike Minotti
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  • 2 min

This isn’t a good day for GameStop or its customers.

The video game store chain is investigating a potential security breach on its website, according to Krebs on Security. Along with traditional brick-and-mortar stores, GameStop sells games, hardware, and accessories on its site. Customer’s personal information, including credit card info, could be at risk. The hack allegedly took place between September 2016 and February 2017.

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.