User loses 25 years of data after a Microsoft account hack, with no way back
8 hours ago
- #Account Suspension
- #Cloud Security
- #Data Loss
- Cloud storage is not immune to data loss, as demonstrated by streamer Joshua Khane's account suspension.
- Khane lost access to 25 years of data, including baby photos and Minecraft purchases, after his Microsoft account was hacked and security settings altered.
- Microsoft's protocols prevent account restoration when security changes occur, citing encryption and privacy safeguards, making data unrecoverable.
- Users criticized Microsoft on social media, with similar issues reported, though the company's terms of service allow such actions for suspected fraud.
- The incident highlights risks of cloud dependence, emphasizing the need for strong security measures like two-factor authentication.