Digital Rights Management Archives

Winsage

February 21, 2025

Hackers release TSforge exploit that «forever» activates Windows and Office

A hacker group called Massgrave has developed a method named TSforge Activation that permanently activates most Microsoft products and bypasses the digital rights management (DRM) system. This method allows updates for Windows 10 beyond its official end of support in October 2025. The group previously launched the Microsoft Activation Scripts (MAS) project in 2024, claiming to dismantle Microsoft’s DRM protections. The TSforge method works by replacing activation data files with counterfeit data, tricking the Software Protection Platform (SPP) into accepting fraudulent product keys. TSforge currently enables activation for Windows 7 and later versions, including Windows Server (2008 R2 – 2025), and Office 2013-2024 on Windows 8 and later. It also unlocks commercial features like Extended Security Updates for Windows 7-10. Despite being aware of these activators, Microsoft has not taken significant action against them. The MAS project is open-source and hosted on GitHub. The hackers argue that their tool could be used as an alternative activation method in urgent situations.

Winsage

February 19, 2025

Hacker group releases updated tool to activate almost all modern Microsoft software

A hacking collective named Massgrave has introduced a new activation method called "TSforge Activation," which allows for permanent activation of various Microsoft products while bypassing the company's Digital Rights Management (DRM) system. This method is part of the updated Microsoft Activation Scripts (MAS) project, specifically the MAS 3.0 update released in 2024. TSforge exploits Microsoft's Software Protection Platform (SPP) by manipulating key files to accept counterfeit product keys. It is compatible with Windows 7 and later versions, as well as Office versions from 2013 to 2024. The MAS toolkit, which is open-source and hosted on GitHub, offers multiple activation methods and is framed by its developers as an alternative activation approach rather than piracy.

Winsage

February 19, 2025

This open-source tool can activate practically every Windows and Office release

The Massgrave team has released version 3.0 of their Microsoft Activation Scripts (MAS), introducing TSforge, which allows activation of all Windows editions from version 7 onward and all Office versions since Office 2013. MAS can activate commercial Windows licenses, including the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for certain Windows 7 to 10 editions. The tool is open-source and targets the Software Protection Platform (SPP) directly. MAS is hosted on GitHub, and despite its association with software piracy, Microsoft has not intervened in its availability. The Massgrave team has documented their processes for educational purposes and acknowledges the SPP as an advanced DRM system compared to earlier versions.

TrendTechie

February 15, 2025

Три новые игры про Лару Крофт слили на торренты в день выхода

The remastered collection of Tomb Raider IV, V, and VI, titled Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered, has been released on Steam. Within 24 hours of its release, it appeared on torrent sites, raising concerns among developers and fans. The developers did not use protective measures like Denuvo, leading to discussions about digital rights management. The collection includes Tomb Raider IV: The Last Revelation, Tomb Raider: Chronicles, and Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness. Enhancements include improved graphics, two control schemes, achievements, a photo mode, health bars for bosses, and the option to switch to original polygonal models. Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered is available on PC, the latest two generations of consoles, and Nintendo Switch.

AppWizard

February 8, 2025

The PlayStation Network has been taken completely offline across all platforms for more than half a day, preventing online gaming, store purchases, game updates, and more

Access to the PlayStation Network (PSN) is being restored for some PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 users after an outage that began on February 8, 2025, at 1 AM CET. The outage affected PSN logins and services across all platforms, including PS5, PS4, PS3, PS Vita, and PC, and lasted over 16 hours. Sony acknowledged the issue via a tweet but has not clarified the cause of the disruption. Users have reported difficulties with offline gaming due to dependencies on PSN, such as digital rights management (DRM) checks and day-one updates. The situation has led to increased panic and confusion among customers, reminiscent of the 2011 PSN hack and outage.

TrendTechie

February 8, 2025

Игра Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 только вышла на ПК, а её сразу же взломали и слили на торренты

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, developed by Warhorse Studios, is set in 15th-century Bohemia and was released without any digital rights management (DRM) system, leading to unauthorized copies appearing on torrent sites shortly after launch. The game has received positive reviews, being recognized as one of the standout RPGs of 2025.

TrendTechie

February 5, 2025

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 взломали за считанные минуты

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has appeared on torrent sites less than thirty minutes after its official release. The game is not available for purchase in the Russian region, prompting some to seek alternative methods to access it. The absence of Denuvo protection has contributed to its rapid availability on these platforms.

TrendTechie

February 4, 2025

ПК-версию Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 уже можно скачать с торрента

Sony has announced the release of the action game Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on Steam, which does not require a PlayStation Network (PSN) account for access. The game is unavailable for purchase in regions without PSN access. The developers did not implement digital rights management (DRM), resulting in the game appearing on torrent sites. Marvel's Spider-Man 2 features a narrative involving the symbiote's power affecting Peter Parker and Miles Morales, who must balance their personal lives and heroic responsibilities. The game includes complete Russian localization with voice acting.

TrendTechie

December 27, 2024

Dragon Age: The Veilguard только вышла и уже попала на торренты

Dragon Age: The Veilguard has been released without Denuvo protection, leading to its immediate availability on torrent sites. This allows players in regions where the game is not officially available to access it for free. The absence of traditional digital rights management may prompt discussions about intellectual property protection versus wider access for players.

TrendTechie

December 23, 2024

Dragon Age: The Veilguard сольют на торренты быстрее, чем многие ожидали

BioWare has announced that Dragon Age: The Veilguard will be released on October 31, 2024, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. The game will not include Denuvo or any other DRM systems, which may facilitate piracy. Xbox users can pre-download the game now, while PlayStation 5 preloading will begin on October 29 at 19:00 MSK.