Reaching endgame content in any massively multiplayer game is not accomplished overnight. Unfortunately, after dumping all that time into the game, every player runs the risk of having their account compromised; in a matter of seconds everything may be lost.
To prevent such events from occurring in their popular MMORPG, Blizzard has announced the Blizzard Authenticator. The developer describes the device as such:
"an optional tool that offers World of Warcraft players an additional layer of security to help prevent unauthorized account access. The Authenticator itself is a physical ’token’ device that fits easily on a keyring."
Users who register the Authenticator with their WOW account (or multiple accounts) will encounter an additional screen after entering their account name and password at the login screen. They will then be prompted to enter a digital code randomly generated on the Authenticator. Each code is unique and is valid only once. Once activated, the only way of removing the extra level of security provided by the device is to call billing and account services.
The Blizzard Authenticator will be available at the Blizzard Store for $6.50. No release date has been announced.
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