On Christmas Day 2014, a cyberattack targeted Xbox and PlayStation networks, preventing gamers from accessing online content. This incident caused disappointment for families and highlighted vulnerabilities within the gaming industry's cybersecurity. Dan's experience with his new PlayStation 4 exemplified the impact, as he and his wife were unable to use their gift despite eager anticipation. The attack not only ruined holiday plans but also prompted gaming companies to reassess their cybersecurity protocols for future online gaming experiences, marking a pivotal shift in their operational strategies.
"On Christmas Day in 2014 hackers knocked out the Xbox and PlayStation gaming networks, impacting how video game companies handled cybersecurity for years."
"We didn't even make it as far as starting to download the game, because it wouldn't let me log in to PlayStation Network," Dan said. "Nothing was online at all, so we couldn't even try and download games."
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