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PlayOnline: Technical Difficulties Due to Third-Party Attacks

Posted by: Cuer - Fri Apr 15th, 2005 02:25 pm EDT

From:FINAL FANTASY XI
Apr. 16, 2005 04:30 [PDT]

Regarding Intermittent Connective Issues

It has come to our attention that recent technical difficulties with our PlayOnline server are due to a DDoS from anonymous third parties. Our technicians are currently conducting a counter-measure on the issue. During this period, search, auction house function or login difficulties may occur.

If you have encountered any of the above issues, please retry after a period of time. We ask for your understanding and cooperation as we strive to maintain the best service possible. Thank you.

Official PlayOnline Announcement

From:PlayOnline
Apr. 15, 2005 09:15 [PDT]

Technical Difficulties Due to Third-Party Attacks

This is an announcement about PlayOnline network technical difficulties since Apr. 9, 2005.

It has come to our attention that recent technical difficulties with our PlayOnline server are due to a DDoS from anonymous third parties. We have determined that this activity was undertaken with malicious intent and specifically targeted our network. Our technicians are taking every measure possible to prevent further attacks. However, attack methods have varied, which has caused a more time-consuming review of our network protection.

Currently we are unable to determine the precise source of attack. However, with the cooperation of ISP companies, our investigation continues to make progress. Law enforcement authorities in Japan, the United States, and Europe have been contacted for support.

We chose not to make an announcement of this nature earlier due to the unwanted effect it could have on our investigation, on the investigations of authorities abroad, and for stopping information that could be used to undertake additional network attacks. The most recent server difficulties and PlayOnline service interruption, however, have persuaded us to disclose more information on this matter to our users.

We deeply apologize for the inconvenience these attacks have caused in recent days. Attacks continue at this hour in intervals and we regret that our investigation cannot allow for estimates as to when we expect service to return to optimal levels. Our technicians will continue to select the most effective measures available as we work with local and international authorities to take legal action against those obstructing PlayOnline service. We ask for your understanding and cooperation as we strive to maintain the best service possible. Thank you.

Official PlayOnline Announcement

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