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Winsage

May 28, 2026

Microsoft’s GitHub bans security researcher who posted zero-day Windows exploits because company ‘ruined their life’ — expert claims action is vindictive and promises further retaliation

Researcher Nightmare-Eclipse, also known as Chaotic Eclipse, has had their GitHub account banned by Microsoft, leading them to move their operations to GitLab. Microsoft also deleted Eclipse's Microsoft account used for reporting vulnerabilities. Eclipse claims that they have not received any financial rewards from Microsoft's bug bounty program, despite having reported multiple zero-day vulnerabilities. They possess a portfolio of six zero-day exploits and have hinted at revealing more on July 14. Eclipse has criticized Microsoft for their handling of vulnerability reports and suggested that the company's recent requirement for video evidence of exploits has contributed to tensions. Microsoft has not commented on the specifics of the situation. Eclipse's zero-day exploits include BlueHammer, RedSun, UnDefend, GreenPlasma, MiniPlasma, and YellowKey, with BlueHammer, RedSun, and UnDefend confirmed as actively exploited in the wild.

TrendTechie

May 23, 2026

Forza Horizon 6 слили за девять дней до релиза

Unencrypted preload files for Forza Horizon 6, totaling approximately 155 GB, have been discovered on Steam. Some players have reportedly launched a version of the game without the day-one patch, but those who went online with the leaked version received permanent hardware bans tied to specific PC components. The official release date for Forza Horizon 6 is May 19, 2026, on PC and Xbox Series X|S, with a PlayStation 5 version expected later in the year. The Premium edition will provide early access starting May 15. The game features over 550 vehicles, including classic Japanese models and exclusive Forza Edition cars.

TrendTechie

May 20, 2026

Фанаты Minecraft тайно скопировали 24 терабайта данных с легендарного сервера 2b2t – архив миллиона блоков скоро раздадут через торрент

A group of Minecraft enthusiasts has completed a digital archaeology project, mapping and archiving the oldest anarchy server, 2b2t, resulting in 24 terabytes of data. This data will be released as a torrent in the coming weeks. The 2b2t server has been operational for 16 years and is known for its lack of rules and bans. The team successfully archived various areas of the server, including: - Overworld area of 1,024,000² blocks (December 25, 2025 – April 13, 2026) - Overworld area of 512,000² blocks (November 11, 2024 – December 12, 2024) - End area of 256,000² blocks (January 23, 2026 – February 15, 2026) - Nether area of 100,000² blocks (June 9, 2025 – June 14, 2025) The team plans to release high-resolution renders and data analysis tables alongside the archive. Open-source tools for the archive are available on GitHub, and updates can be followed via Discord and Patreon.

AppWizard

May 13, 2026

Playground Games Confirms Forza Horizon 6 PC Leak Came From a Reviewer, an Influencer, or an Insider

A leak regarding the PC version of Forza Horizon 6 was confirmed by Playground Games to have originated from an individual with early access, not a pre-load issue. The company announced strict enforcement actions against anyone accessing the leaked build, including potential franchise-wide and hardware bans. SteamDB indicated that the file list for the game appeared on their platform due to a token dumper, clarifying they do not share keys or facilitate downloads. Playground Games can trace the leaker using unique identifiers in review codes. The official release date for Forza Horizon 6 is set for May 19.

AppWizard

May 13, 2026

Forza Horizon 6 Leaked, Pirates Are Playing—$120 Early Access Users Are Still Waiting for Preload

The game files for Forza Horizon 6 leaked online on May 11, before the official release. The leak is believed to have originated from a user using a token dumper, possibly a reviewer. Playground Games, the developer, denied any involvement and clarified that the leak was not due to a preload issue. Players who purchased the Deluxe Edition are unable to preload the game ahead of its launch on May 19. Playground Games is enforcing strict actions against those accessing the leaked build, including potential bans. Some players are posting reviews based on the leak, while repackers are sharing versions of the game on forums. TechPowerUp is conducting a performance review of Forza Horizon 6, with results to be published on May 14.

AppWizard

May 12, 2026

Forza Horizon 6’s unencrypted leak ‘is not a result of a pre-load issue’ and warns any users downloading the build with ‘franchise-wide and hardware bans’

An unencrypted build of Forza Horizon 6 has leaked ahead of its May 19 launch for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC. Playground Games has warned PC users that accessing this version could result in 'franchise-wide and hardware bans.' The leak is believed to be linked to a reviewer or someone with early access to the game.

AppWizard

May 12, 2026

Forza Horizon 6 leak not a “pre-load issue,” Playground Games claims as dev bans entire bloodlines for playing pirated copies

Forza Horizon 6 has leaked in its entirety on Steam, allowing unauthorized access due to a lack of encryption. Playground Games stated that the leak was not a preload issue but likely orchestrated by someone with early access, such as a reviewer. SteamDB confirmed that the leak was facilitated by an individual with privileged access and clarified that they did not distribute keys or facilitate downloads. In response, Playground Games issued bans against players using pirated copies, emphasizing the seriousness of the breach. The official launch of Forza Horizon 6 is scheduled for May 19.

TrendTechie

May 11, 2026

Полная версия игры Forza Horizon 6 появилась на торрентах за девять дней до релиза

Unencrypted preload files for Forza Horizon 6, totaling approximately 155 GB, were discovered on Steam. Users noted the presence of the data package shortly before it appeared on piracy platforms. Some players reported successfully launching the game, which is believed to be the final version or close to it, but without the day-one patch. Users who played the leaked version have received permanent hardware bans tied to specific PC components. The official release is scheduled for May 19, 2026, on PC and Xbox Series X|S, with a PlayStation 5 version to follow later. The Premium edition offers early access starting on May 15. The game is set in Japan and features over 550 vehicles, including Japanese classics and exclusive Forza Editions.

TrendTechie

May 11, 2026

Forza Horizon 6 слили на торрент-трекеры за неделю до официального релиза / Игры / iXBT Live

Forza Horizon 6 was leaked over a week before its official release due to a technical oversight by Playground Games, which involved the accidental upload of over 155 gigabytes of unencrypted game data to Steam. The leak allowed users on specialized forums to download, analyze, and launch the game, leading to the circulation of fully functional builds on piracy sites. However, those who ran the leaked version faced permanent hardware bans. The legitimate release date for Forza Horizon 6 is May 19, with the premium edition available on May 15, and it will also be offered on the Game Pass Ultimate subscription service.

AppWizard

May 10, 2026

Riot clarifies Trainwreck’s Valorant ban: “This wasn’t just a five-stack with friends on their own accounts”

Riot Games imposed a month-long ban on Tyler Faraz Nikam, known as 'Trainwreck,' due to his association with an Immortal player who was using smurf accounts, which raised concerns about the integrity of five-stack play in Valorant. Riot's anti-cheat team clarified that the ban resulted from a specific player's actions during Trainwreck's gaming session, which violated the Terms of Service. Trainwreck played with several streamers, including Jay 'Sinatraa' Won and Michael 'Dapr' Gulino, and expressed confusion over the ban, suggesting it was targeted. Riot emphasized that the issue was not with Trainwreck's high-ranking companions but with a player who had a history of infractions and was using multiple lower-ranked smurf accounts, achieving an 80% win rate over 50 games. This behavior contravened Riot's terms regarding account boosting. Trainwreck defended himself, stating that most players in his stacks were on their main accounts and questioned the legitimacy verification of his teammates' accounts. Riot clarified that the violation stemmed from a repeat offender manipulating matchmaking by borrowing accounts to achieve a lower rank, skewing the competitive environment.