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The video delves into various security issues within the Apex Legends community, focusing on incidents involving high-profile streamers ImperialHal and Jen Burton, who were hacked and given cheats during a live competition. The analysis, provided by security expert Pirate Software, examines potential methods of hacking including Remote Control Execution (RCE) and compromised PCs. The video also explores a notorious streamer, Destroyer 2009, known for exploiting server-level vulnerabilities to harass other players.
Key points include discussions on RCE vulnerabilities and potential weaknesses in the anti-cheat system, Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC). The video underscores the difficulty in detecting network intrusions and the complexity of proving a direct connection between server and client vulnerabilities. Pirate Software’s insights highlight the technical intricacies of these exploits and the need for further investigation to understand and mitigate these security risks.
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In this segment, the video discusses an ongoing issue in the Apex Legends community involving notable streamers ImperialHal and Jen Burton, who were allegedly hacked and given cheats live during a competition. The video introduces “Pirate Software,” a former hacker with extensive security experience, to provide insights into the situation. He elaborates on the potential use of Remote Control Execution (RCE) or compromised PCs as possible methods of the hack. Pirate Software, with his background in application security and hacking, offers credibility and validation to the analysis by detailing his expertise and previous roles in banning players and securing systems. The segment advises viewers to check out longer discussions on Mandy’s and Pirate Software’s streams for more in-depth information.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the potential for a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in the Apex Legends game, elaborating on how an attacker would need to execute code on a player’s machine to run cheats in real-time. They explore several theories: a possible RCE vulnerability in Apex Legends, compromised individual computers, or issues with the anti-cheat program Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC), although EAC has denied such vulnerabilities. The speaker emphasizes the importance of waiting for accurate information before jumping to conclusions, recounting a similar incident where compromised computers unknowingly submitted malware-infected games. They advise Apex Legends players to consider waiting for more details if they are concerned about the security risks.
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In this part of the video, the discussion revolves around a streamer named “Destroyer 2009,” who is notorious for stream sniping, harassing, and using bot armies against other streamers. Destroyer 2009 not only hacks into the game but is also capable of spawning bots, suggesting a severe server-level vulnerability. This implies that the exploit may involve a server accepting improper commands, making it much more concerning than personal user device hacking. The analysis suggests that the compromised servers allow these bots to act like legitimate players, which greatly impacts the gameplay experience and indicates a significant security breach.
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In this part of the video, the speaker explains how certain network intrusions can be extremely hard to detect and eliminate, especially if the intruders are skilled. They emphasize that once an attacker gains initial access to a network, they can move laterally, exploiting other vulnerabilities and potentially spreading their reach within the system. The speaker provides a simplified explanation of Remote Code Execution (RCE), explaining that it allows an attacker to execute commands on a server from a remote machine. This access could enable actions like banning users, generating or modifying game packs, and summoning bots within a game server, without necessarily compromising the user’s personal machine or other parts of the broader server infrastructure. The key takeaway is that while the attacker has significant control, evidenced by their ability to summon bots, ban users, and create packs, it doesn’t equate to total control over all server functions.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the complexities of proving a connection between vulnerabilities on a machine and the end user’s machine, specifically in the context of remote code execution (RCE) on servers potentially affecting clients like game copies. They emphasize the need to chain multiple vulnerabilities together and highlight that it can’t be definitively stated whether these issues are happening without further proof. The conversation with Pirate software sheds light on these technical challenges and speculates on possible security vulnerabilities in Apex, while acknowledging the impressive nature of the technical work behind these discoveries. The speaker thanks Pirate software for their explanations and hints at a need for further investigation into these vulnerabilities.