Microsoft was left with a red face after its Xbox One service was hacked by hackers over Christmas. Now Minecraft prison servers is experiencing the same problem.
According to reports, according to reports, a German website has published the list of 1,800 Microsoft Minecraft usernames and passwords online.
With these details Security experts warn that hackers could gain access to accounts, change settings and buy virtual items.
The hack was revealed by Heise Online, and many of the verified accounts (selection pictured) are believed to belong to German gamers. It is not known how the hackers got their hands on the credentials, however security analyst Graham Cluely wrote : 'Possibilities include malware, phishing attacks, or even a security breach'
The hack was discovered by Heise Online, and many of the verified accounts are believed to belong to German gamers.
It is unclear how the hackers gained access on the credentials, however security analyst Graham Cluely wrote on the Hot for Security blog: 'Possibilities range from simple phishing attack to keylogging malware stealing players' details as they log into the game, or even a security breach at Minecraft itself.
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"Let's hope that it's not last one, since the game has more than 100 million registered users.
However, an Microsoft spokesperson told MailOnline"We can confirm that there was not a Mojang.net service was compromised.
"Normal procedures for dealing with situations like this were put in place to reset passwords for the tiny number of affected accounts.'
Minecraft was founded in 2009.
A player is placed in a "virtually infinite" game world at the start of the game.
To construct towns and cities players are given blocks and tools.
The game was originally developed for the PC but there are now Xbox 360 and mobile versions available.'
The hack is small in comparison to the number of registered users.
But, as Mr. Cluely said: 'If unauthorised users exploited the passwords and email addresses, they would not be able to only log into other people's gameworlds and download the full version of the game, which is usually sold for EUR19.95 Euros ($26.95 or PS17.95).'
Plus the cybercriminal once they have access to an email address, they can make use of it to hack other accounts, send spam, or spread malware.
Cluely added that there's no guarantee that the hacker who is responsible for this list doesn't have additional cash.
In September, Microsoft purchased Mojang for $2.5 billion (PS1.5 Billion).
The game is available on PCs, Android, iOS and Windows Phone, as well as gaming consoles, including the Xbox One and PlayStation 4.
MailOnline was assured by a Microsoft spokesperson that no Mojang.net services were compromised. While the number of publicly available details is a small percentage of the game's 100,000-plus user base however, Mr. Cluely stated that there is no guarantee that the hacker who made this list doesn't have more in their back pocket'
A player is thrown into a virtual infinite world at the start of the game. They can then walk around different terrains, including mountains, forests and caves.
The game is now an international phenomenon with more than 16645,000 people purchasing it.
YouTube channels are available that show people how to play the game. In some cases the owners may quit their jobs through advertising.