Cloud Imperium Games Reports Data Breach Affecting Star Citizen User Accounts
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Cloud Imperium Games (CIG), the developer of the space-simulation title Star Citizen, reports a data breach on January 21, 2026.
Attackers gained access to backup systems containing user information and got read-only access to some datasets. CIG described the event as a systematic attack but they have not identified a specific threat actor or the exact entry vector.
The company claims that the breach was contained quickly, and security settings were updated to block further unauthorized activity. There is no evidence to suggest that the attackers modified data or injected malicious code into the production environment. The compromised data includes:
- Full names
- Usernames
- Dates of birth
- Contact details
- Account metadata
The number of affected individuals is not disclosed. CIG claims that the affected systems did not store passwords, financial records, or payment information. The company estimates that the incident will not have a direct impact on user safety or account security.
CIG has not yet responded to inquiries regarding direct user notifications or potential ransom demands.
