DDoS attack downtime

[Karn Maeshalanadae]

Oh, I don't know. I'm tired right now and can't think straight. Stupid me being overweight....


But that's not what this thread is about. Actually....I wonder what might happen if someone filed all that binary and hexi together to that hacker?

[I, Brian]

Originally Posted by Dave

Brian, I expect you've also checked that this new company will also actually back-up the database as frequently they say they will?

Oh, yes - I customised the server to copy data to two harddrives so that in the event that one fails, the other takes over - plus I'm paying for continuous tape backups so if the first backup option fails (ie, both hard drives fail at the same time) then the tape back up should be fine.

And if that fails, I already have parts of the site regularly backed up, and will see if I can do the same with the forums on a weekly basis by emailing it to a dedicated PC here.

I don't think anyone is really aware of what you do to keep this place running,
thanks!

And that's the way it should be - when chrons runs smoothly, I don't need to be noticed.

[thepaladin]

Hi Brian thought I'd say hi and thanks also. I hope the spamer/attackers all we know we are all so impressed with their ability to break something that someone else was able to set up.

I've always heard there are only 10 kinds of people in the world...those who understand bianary and those who don't...

Ok I so stole it, but I love it.

[Karn Maeshalanadae]

Originally Posted by I, Brian

Oh, yes - I customised the server to copy data to two harddrives so that in the event that one fails, the other takes over - plus I'm paying for continuous tape backups so if the first backup option fails (ie, both hard drives fail at the same time) then the tape back up should be fine.

And if that fails, I already have parts of the site regularly backed up, and will see if I can do the same with the forums on a weekly basis by emailing it to a dedicated PC here.



And that's the way it should be - when chrons runs smoothly, I don't need to be noticed.

You might say you don't need notice, but still, the thanks of us goes out towards your hard work at keeping Chrons running smoothly. I couldn't imagine the frustration and work it takes going through different kinds of computer coding to try to fix a DoS attack.

[I, Brian]

I'm really sorry about the extensive downtime yesterday everynody - the server move was a complete nightmare.

The server failed no less than three times due to a kernel panic, and it had to be rebuilt each time.

Meanwhile, the data transfer of chrons to the new server was repeatedly interrupted, both due to the new server crashing, but also due to the old server going offline from a new DDoS attack.

Was absolutely not fun, and there may yet be a couple of niggles today - but hopefully from Monday morning chrons will be running without any danger of further incident - we're on a new beefy server, and have DDoS protection in place as well.

Here's hoping it does stay running smooth.

[Rodders]

Thanks I, Brian. Your work is much appreciated.

[chrispenycate]

Hoping too; and feeling for you. (and cheering, too, for what good that does.)

[The Judge]

I am more ignorant than most about all things computorial, but I can recognise goodies and baddies. And you, Brian, are most definitely one of the goodies.

Thank you so much for your strength and determination to keep the Chrons running. You are a hero to us all.

I saw in one of your earlier posts here or on a related thread that this new server is costing more. I'm guessing the adverts posted at the top of the screen bring in money - but do they pay more if we look at them? Do you need us to have a concerted 'view every advert' to help offset the costs?

J

[Boneman]

Brian, keep up the good work, as the saying goes. I guess we all feel a little helpless whilst you work your back leg off supplying us with the means to do all those wonderful things we do on the chrons.

I hereby raise a glass to you.....

[Gary Compton]

Originally Posted by Boneman

Brian, keep up the good work, as the saying goes. I guess we all feel a little helpless whilst you work your back leg off supplying us with the means to do all those wonderful things we do on the chrons.

I hereby raise a glass to you.....

I think we should have a whip round for Bryan to have a few beers. Maybe a moderator to offer their paypal account (Or I will). I'll stick a fiver (£5) in it.

After giving up his weekend for nothing its the least we can do if him and his partner get a nice meal or something equivalent.

What does everyone think?

[pyan]

Hopefully, if we can organise another Chrons get-together, Brian will come along, and we can test his tolerance for ethanol, cunningly disguised in a flavoured base...

[AE35Unit]

I have no idea what DDoS is but best of luck Brian¡

[Talysia]

Thanks again, Brian - here's hoping that it goes well from now on.

[GOLLUM]

Yep, looks like we're back on track.

I've been getting withdrawal symptoms....

[Ursa major]

Thanks a lot, Brian.

It sounds as if you've been more than busy on our behalf.