Classified Eurofighter Typhoon Documents Leaked on War Thunder Forum
A gamer posted restricted military data to settle an argument, marking the latest in a series of leaks tied to the popular military simulator.
- Classified details about the Eurofighter Typhoon's radar system were leaked on the War Thunder forums during a debate about its in-game accuracy.
- The leaked materials were confirmed as restricted by the Italian Ministry of Defence and were swiftly removed from the forum.
- This incident continues a trend of users posting sensitive military documents on War Thunder's forums, with similar leaks involving tanks, aircraft, and ammunition systems in recent years.
- Gaijin Entertainment, the game's developer, reiterated its policy against sharing classified or restricted information, emphasizing potential harm to future updates and operational security.
- The UK Ministry of Defence is reviewing the matter, highlighting concerns about the real-world risks such leaks pose to military operations and safety.