All computer users, especially MMO players, need to be up-to-date on security issues. Nobody wants to lose a character they've been working on for weeks, months or years. If you're using Internet Explorer, hopefully you've gotten the patch for the critical exploit that's been making the rounds since the beginning of December (cafeen started a thread about it in our WoW general forum). If you don't use IE, Microsoft's flaw should still act as a reminder that security is a necessity.
To that end, Blizzard has posted some security awareness tips on the World of Warcraft Web site. Honestly, you probably already know all of them by now, but it's good to have a refresher from time to time. Basically, make sure your e-mail address is current in the WoW account management screen, update your browser and operating system, scan your computer for viruses and other malware and change your password regularly, especially if you feel if your account's been compromised.
And you can always buy the Blizzard Authenticator. I know some Allakhazam users have this gadget, so what do you all think about it? You can read Blizzard's security tips after the jump, or visit the account security page for more information. One of the best tips on that page is don't share your account information with anyone. 'Nuff said.
No tag for this post.Account security is very important to us. As we have recently seen a rise in the number of compromised World of Warcraft accounts, we recommend you to take a few moments to read these tips to help protect your privacy and ensure your security.
- Verify that your email address in Account Management is current. You can see your address on the right side of the Account Management page and change it with the "Change Contact Info" button.
- Make sure your operating system, web browser, and other software is up-to-date with the latest patches and security updates.
- Scan your computer for viruses, Trojans, and key loggers.
- After doing this, we highly recommend changing the password on the account to a brand-new, unique one, and making sure to keep this password private.
These simple steps can go a long way in maintaining account security. If you are seeking an additional layer of security, consider purchasing the optional Blizzard Authenticator, available at the online Blizzard Store. For more security tips, please visit our World of Warcraft Account Security page.
We hope you have a happy -- and safe -- holiday season!