Fixing the redirect exploit would make them stop making fake servers. 2012/8/9 Dominik Friedrichs <[email protected]>
> On 2012/08/09 20:25, Invalid Protocol wrote: > >> A HL1 server can force the players to execute the "connect" command or >> even >> you can reply with a "redirect packet" when they connect. So any kid can >> host 10 fake servers (usually using the names of other servers), all being >> almost full, and redirect the players to a real server. Some real servers >> have even hundreds of fake servers behind them, hosted by regular players, >> because this is a condition for getting administrative rights. Also some >> companies hosting game servers provide a service or support for hosting >> such >> fake servers. For example they provide the kits so the players can >> download >> and run the fake servers with only 2 clicks, or even they can host for >> free >> some fake servers if you buy a real server. >> > > What a disgusting community... Thanks for the insight! > > > > ______________________________**_________________ > To unsubscribe, edit your list preferences, or view the list archives, > please visit: > https://list.valvesoftware.**com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/**hlds<https://list.valvesoftware.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/hlds> > -- Best regards, AnAkIn
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