Microsoft denies Xbox Live security breach
GAMES CONSOLE MAKER Microsoft has denied that its Xbox Live internet gaming service has been breached by hackers.
The statement comes following news that members of the service have been the victims of various scams. One user's account in particular was targeted to create new accounts with Microsoft points to be sold on the black market.
Microsoft said it "can confirm that there has been no breach to the security of our Xbox Live service". It added, "In recent cases, some Xbox Live members appear to have been victims of malicious scams. Unfortunately this is something that affects many Internet based services."
