Developers Rush to Update Games After Serious Unity Vulnerability Discovered
A serious security vulnerability in the Unity game engine has prompted developers to take urgent action, with many rushing to update their games or even pulling titles from sale. This vulnerability affects all versions of Unity games released since 2017, highlighting the importance of maintaining robust security practices in game development.
Unity has assured developers that there is currently no evidence of exploitation and that they have proactively provided fixes to address the issue. Major titles like Marvel Snap and Among Us have already rolled out patches, while some developers, such as Obsidian, have opted to remove games like Grounded 2 and Avowed from digital stores until updates can be implemented.
With a Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) rating of 7.4, the vulnerability is classified as high severity, raising concerns about potential code execution and data exfiltration risks. As the gaming industry continues to evolve, how will developers adapt their security measures to prevent similar vulnerabilities in the future?
Original source: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/game-developers-urged-to-update-games-after-serious-unity-vulnerability-discovered/