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Re: Hacking?
« Reply #480 on: November 29, 2015, 08:12:56 pm »
Yes. Im just keeping watch of The Game server up top. (Im eating apples and whipped cream as well XD)Im just going to be happy when this is all fixed.

As will a lot of people. I'd suggest doing something fun to pass the time while the server's down. Read a book, watch a movie or tv series, take a walk, play another game. Anything, really. It really helps to keep yourself occupied.
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Re: Hacking?
« Reply #481 on: November 29, 2015, 08:20:12 pm »
I hope we get this too work. I know the mods will get through it, don't give up ??

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Re: Hacking?
« Reply #482 on: November 29, 2015, 08:34:06 pm »
Yes. Im just keeping watch of The Game server up top. (Im eating apples and whipped cream as well XD)Im just going to be happy when this is all fixed.

As will a lot of people. I'd suggest doing something fun to pass the time while the server's down. Read a book, watch a movie or tv series, take a walk, play another game. Anything, really. It really helps to keep yourself occupied.
You've been really helpful to everyone, Hooli. Thank you.

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Re: Hacking?
« Reply #483 on: November 29, 2015, 08:35:26 pm »
Yes. Im just keeping watch of The Game server up top. (Im eating apples and whipped cream as well XD)Im just going to be happy when this is all fixed.

As will a lot of people. I'd suggest doing something fun to pass the time while the server's down. Read a book, watch a movie or tv series, take a walk, play another game. Anything, really. It really helps to keep yourself occupied.
You've been really helpful to everyone, Hooli. Thank you.

No problem! I've been doing my best to keep everyone informed and calm about the whole ordeal. c:


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Re: Hacking?
« Reply #484 on: November 29, 2015, 08:37:32 pm »
While I'm waiting for the Server to re-open, I'm just making a map that is connected with one of my character's backstory. XD

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Re: Hacking?
« Reply #485 on: November 29, 2015, 08:38:27 pm »
Since I see the same questions lingering around and a few seem to still be confused:

Early Friday morning (EST time that is) there was an incident of some hacking in the game. A particular user(s) found a way to get on staff accounts and cause havoc over the chats while abusing the staff powers. The users used the red staff chat to shout nonsense, accuse other communities of the hacking, make threats, and request other strange requests things of the users. There was also abnormal manipulation of the character size sliders going on so much so that there were squished and misshapen characters running about.

Keep in mind that there was no breach of personal data or passwords though (as that is protected else where) but rather a breach in the general security of the game's coding. The "hacker(s)" simply took advantage of this security flaw that was left in KovuLKD's coding of the game. Had we had the source code we would have patched that flaw up already, however we now have yet to work around this limitation to make up for what we lack.

The reason the game is offline is because the staff took it offline while we assess things and decide upon the proper approach to securing the game. Our server host Razmirz takes this task seriously and wants to devote all the time he can to making sure everything is worked out right for everyone. Raz works long shifts though and as you can imagine it's quite time consuming to do this sort of thing at the spur of the moment. I assure you all though that Raz is working to get things up and running safely for everyone again in his limited spare time. We can't emphasize enough how much we appreciate all of your continued patience and support at this time.

It's difficult for us to say exactly when the game server might be back up since it's all dependent on when we find the right solution , integrate it, and test it. We do hope to have the game server back up soon though so just hang in there guys.

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Re: Hacking?
« Reply #486 on: November 29, 2015, 08:46:43 pm »
Just think how are weekend could have been a lot better if these mean hackers wouldn't of ruined everything. 0.0 I hope it does not take weeks to come back up. Though I guess it would be worth it for better stuff...
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Re: Hacking?
« Reply #487 on: November 29, 2015, 08:47:26 pm »
Thank you for a full explanation and update from staff, Sura. c:
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Re: Hacking?
« Reply #488 on: November 29, 2015, 09:05:10 pm »
Thanks for the explanation it really helps  and good luck ;3

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Re: Hacking?
« Reply #489 on: November 29, 2015, 09:07:41 pm »
Since I see the same questions lingering around and a few seem to still be confused:

Early Friday morning (EST time that is) there was an incident of some hacking in the game. A particular user(s) found a way to get on staff accounts and cause havoc over the chats while abusing the staff powers. The users used the red staff chat to shout nonsense, accuse other communities of the hacking, make threats, and request other strange requests things of the users. There was also abnormal manipulation of the character size sliders going on so much so that there were squished and misshapen characters running about.

Keep in mind that there was no breach of personal data or passwords though (as that is protected else where) but rather a breach in the general security of the game's coding. The "hacker(s)" simply took advantage of this security flaw that was left in KovuLKD's coding of the game. Had we had the source code we would have patched that flaw up already, however we now have yet to work around this limitation to make up for what we lack.

The reason the game is offline is because the staff took it offline while we assess things and decide upon the proper approach to securing the game. Our server host Razmirz takes this task seriously and wants to devote all the time he can to making sure everything is worked out right for everyone. Raz works long shifts though and as you can imagine it's quite time consuming to do this sort of thing at the spur of the moment. I assure you all though that Raz is working to get things up and running safely for everyone again in his limited spare time. We can't emphasize enough how much we appreciate all of your continued patience and support at this time.

It's difficult for us to say exactly when the game server might be back up since it's all dependent on when we find the right solution , integrate it, and test it. We do hope to have the game server back up soon though so just hang in there guys.
Thank you!