Curse

DarkNecrid · Oct 25, 2008, 03:35 AM // 03:35

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Originally Posted by Miss Drops Az

Translation:

We've found out what the problem was with our servers that we kept denying existed, therefore we are going to try and sort it out and use a MS security update as a cover story.

no one is dumb enough to use MS as a cover story for anything. It only makes stuff worse.

Lycan Nibbler · Oct 25, 2008, 03:48 AM // 03:48

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Originally Posted by DarkNecrid

no one is dumb enough to use MS as a cover story for anything. It only makes stuff worse.

Soo what you are saying is, anet are taking the servers down to make them worse???

Stc95 · Oct 25, 2008, 05:25 AM // 05:25

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and hope that you'll find something fun to do during the patch;

But.. but.. Anet said the only thing fun was grinding.. how can I do that with no GW?! Must... farm... more... junk... *twitch*

gof_lynx · Oct 25, 2008, 06:51 AM // 06:51

Well while tyhe game is down anet needs to buy a couple cans of air duster and dust the servers off. Make sure you wipe them down and make them nice and shiny. Im tired of this damn lag!!!!

aaje vhanli · Oct 25, 2008, 07:39 AM // 07:39

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Originally Posted by Kerwyn Nasilan

Will this be fixing any of the server problems/lag lots of people have been complaining about.

This.

Because I haven't had an issue with GW lag-time in years and for the last couple months I have suddenly started experience insane lag (with absolutely zero changes on my end)... only in GW.

I have contacted GW support many times, and all I get are responses from NC Soft asking me to fill out a survey on the reply and customer service that I never received.

I haven't been playing for this very issue - which sucks 'cause I still enjoy the game

Lyynyyrd · Oct 25, 2008, 07:41 AM // 07:41

Recent MS security update... find the exploit in that, find the exploit in the servers. :]

the_jos · Oct 25, 2008, 02:37 PM // 14:37

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We've found out what the problem was with our servers that we kept denying existed, therefore we are going to try and sort it out and use a MS security update as a cover story.

Nope, it's about the update for this problem.

There seem to be at least two exploits abusing the problem already and since the patch is out it's a matter of time before a major exploit is developed.

I think A-net's action is the right one, test the patch and deploy as soon as possible, even if it hurts some customers.
If they don't fix and their servers are exploited a lot more players are hurt even without compromise of the game or databases.

Sir Mad · Oct 26, 2008, 01:10 AM // 01:10

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Microsoft recently released a critical security patch

I was kinda shocked to read that - not the security part but the Microsoft one: what about Linux?

HawkofStorms · Oct 26, 2008, 01:40 AM // 01:40

I agree with The Jos. My job just sent an e-mail to everybody telling all employees to make sure to install this most reccent MS update. Judging from the language in the e-mail from the IT people, this most reccent patch seems pretty important (ie, MS screwed up and have at least migated the problem).

Winston · Oct 27, 2008, 12:44 AM // 00:44

Damn it, this falls at the worst time for Australian players, 6-9pm. (Worst for me anyway)

Nightow · Oct 27, 2008, 02:15 AM // 02:15

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Originally Posted by Winston

Damn it, this falls at the worst time for Australian players, 6-9pm. (Worst for me anyway)

It's hard to time it just right for everyone. Afterall, I think anyone would sacrifice a little game time if it meant a more secure gaming environment. (let's hope less lag too!

)

ALF71BE · Oct 27, 2008, 02:24 AM // 02:24

Good, good.

I guess.

Not gonna miss any farming hour at least.

DarkNecrid · Oct 27, 2008, 04:03 AM // 04:03

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Originally Posted by Sir Mad

I was kinda shocked to read that - not the security part but the Microsoft one: what about Linux?

You think ArenaNet would use Linux?

While you and I both know they should (infinitely more secure than Microsoft and better in every way), there's probably coding reasons or something.

The servers would be in a lot better condition if they used Linux tho. :|

fRag_Doll · Oct 27, 2008, 09:42 PM // 21:42

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Originally Posted by Regina Buenaobra

We tried to schedule this security maintenance at a time when as few players are impacted as possible.

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Originally Posted by Winston

Damn it, this falls at the worst time for Australian players, 6-9pm. (Worst for me anyway)

Kinda says something about Anets attitude to it's Aussie players.

Vic · Oct 27, 2008, 09:48 PM // 21:48

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Originally Posted by NoXiFy

Sweet. Although it'd be nice to implement the ever wanted "lockout" feature. If your account gets the wrong password 10 times lock the account at that IP for 30mins.

Nono..

I find out your account name/email
I just set a bot to lock you out for ever

Takeko Nakano · Oct 27, 2008, 10:15 PM // 22:15

With all due respect, does anyone else feel like Regina is little more than a news bot? I mean her predecessor was much more talkative and involved in threads on the forum.

Xunlai Guru Agent · Oct 27, 2008, 10:40 PM // 22:40

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Originally Posted by Takeko Nakano

With all due respect, does anyone else feel like Regina is little more than a news bot? I mean her predecessor was much more talkative and involved in threads on the forum.

We can't do anything about that now can we? >_>

OT: Looking forward for the downtime!

Winston · Oct 28, 2008, 07:15 AM // 07:15

Oh well, got in about 20 minutes of raptor farming before they pulled the plug

10 Golds, 21 ToTs, and a Black Dye! Probably the most profitable 20 minutes in my GW career.

Dr.Jones · Oct 28, 2008, 07:17 AM // 07:17

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MY GEEDUBS. pictochat anyone?

Aussie Boy · Oct 28, 2008, 07:18 AM // 07:18

Actually had 2 accounts running and logged one out just now and cant get back in I get the message but am still running around with the other account farming tots O.o
Weird