In the fantasy MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online there are currently issues with a DDOS attack.
Anyone experiencing high ping in The Elder Scrolls Online or suffering from lag issues, who may be frequently logged out or losing connection, notices: Something is wrong with the TESO servers n>. And they are not alone.
As The Elder Scrolls Online confirmed via Twitter, the mega-servers are currently victims of a DDOS attack.
The European #ESO megaservers are currently being impacted by a DDOS attack. We’re working to resolve the issue – thanks for your patience.
— Elder Scrolls Online (@TESOnline) February 1, 2016
Players are asked for their patience while work is being done to resolve the issues.
DDOS attacks are considered the scourge of online service providers. Against such a “brute-force” attack, there seems to be no remedy. It requires no skill, just an appropriate infrastructure of compromised computers. The networks of Playstation and Xbox are also regularly subjected to DDOS attacks, and smaller providers report attacks, especially at the launch of their titles. This leads to significant economic damage, not to mention that it simply drives many players crazy.
Already at Christmas, The Elder Scrolls Online suffered from a DDOS attack. The background is not known.
Update: TESO has given the all-clear. The problem is now under control.
The DDOS attack impacting the #ESO European megaservers has now ended and service has been restored. Thank you for your patience!
— Elder Scrolls Online (@TESOnline) February 1, 2016
