In particular, hackers are using the console ID of PS3 owners. One of the first to report on this breach was the Spanish YouTuber, TheWizWiki, back in April. The user claims that this breach could result in millions of PS3 owners getting their consoles banned.
How do I know if my PS3 is console banned?
If your Playstation has been banned or suspended then you will see an error code when you try to sign in to the Playstation Network. If you see the error code WS-37338-4 then the console has been banned from the network entirely.
Why is my PS3 banned?
A reported breach of a Sony folder containing the serial ID numbers for every PlayStation 3 console appears to have led to users being inexplicably banned from the platform. It appears threat actors have started using the stolen PS3 console IDs for malicious purposes, causing the legitimate players to get banned.
How do I get my Banned PSN account back?
The only way you can get your account unbanned is to contact PlayStation customer service and plead your case.
How do I bypass PSN bans?
Try signing in on a different PlayStation 4 or a browser from your phone or computer. If you can sign in there, but not your console, the issue may be with your PlayStation and not your account. Give PlayStation a call at 1-800-345-7669.
Can you get banned for jailbroken ps3?
If you alter or jailbreak your PlayStation in any way, you will be banned from PlayStation’s Network and will no longer be able to play online. To see some of the best Playstation accessories currently available you can click here. You can also watch this video below to learn more as well.
How long does it take for PlayStation to unban your account?
If your PlayStation account was banned by Sony, it can be banned anywhere from 7 days to indefinitely. You should have received an email from Playstation letting you know exactly how long it has been banned for along with other details.
How do I unban my Sony account?
