Post: Sony Issues Official Statement - Ban Waves Are Inbound
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02-17-2011, 04:03 AM
#1
Reaper
The Grim Reaper
After many of months of users Jailbreaking there Ps3's systems and after many firmware updates. And with scene developers with lawsuits filed and websites getting take down notices, well it is about time for the men to take a step in with some action.
Today Sony Sony Computer Entertainment released the following statement below:
Originally posted by another user
Notice: Unauthorized circumvention devices for the PlayStation 3 system have been recently released by hackers. These devices permit the use of unauthorized or pirated software. Use of such devices or software violates the terms of the “System Software License Agreement for the PlayStation 3 System” and the “Terms of Services and User Agreement” for the PlayStation Network/Qriocity and its Community Code of Conduct provisions. Violation of the System Software Licence Agreement for the PlayStation 3 System invalidates the consumer guarantee for that system. In addition, copying or playing pirated software is a violation of International Copyright Laws. Consumers using circumvention devices or running unauthorized or pirated software will have access to the PlayStation Network and access to Qriocity services through PlayStation 3 system terminated permanently.
To avoid this, consumers must immediately cease use and remove all circumvention devices and delete all unauthorized or pirated software from their PlayStation 3 systems.
To avoid this, consumers must immediately cease use and remove all circumvention devices and delete all unauthorized or pirated software from their PlayStation 3 systems.
Now your thinking what does this mean to you?
Originally posted by another user
Circumvention devices and game piracy damage our industry and can potentially injure the online experience for you, our loyal PlayStation customers, via hacks and cheats.
Many PlayStation.Blog readers have asked how we intend to deal with these incidents that they have been reading about in the gaming press, and this is our initial response.
By identifying PlayStation 3 systems that breach our guidelines and terminating their ability to connect to PlayStation Network, we are protecting our business and preserving the honest gameplay experiences that you expect and deserve.
Rest assured, this message does not apply to the overwhelming majority of our users who enjoy the world of entertainment PlayStation 3 has to offer without breaching the guidelines detailed above, and we urge you to continue doing so without fear.
Many PlayStation.Blog readers have asked how we intend to deal with these incidents that they have been reading about in the gaming press, and this is our initial response.
By identifying PlayStation 3 systems that breach our guidelines and terminating their ability to connect to PlayStation Network, we are protecting our business and preserving the honest gameplay experiences that you expect and deserve.
Rest assured, this message does not apply to the overwhelming majority of our users who enjoy the world of entertainment PlayStation 3 has to offer without breaching the guidelines detailed above, and we urge you to continue doing so without fear.
Some Ps3's user's are already getting banned as you can see by this statement by my Bud Schaff.
Originally posted by another user
In light of all the recent hacking issues that have plagued the PlayStation 3, Sony has began to defend its console to a much greater extent. With Sony recently having sued PS3 hacker GeoHot, it’s clear to hackers that Sony is no longer fooling around when it comes to messing with their console.
Users who have tried to bypass the PlayStation Network login have found that their accounts have been banned. According to those who understand the hack, it has to do with forcing a login certificate in a way that makes the console’s DNS addresses to assume everything is operating normally. However, users using this technique were quickly banned, receiving the following message:
“You cannot use the PlayStation Network with this account (8002a227)”
The reasoning behind these bans is still open to speculation, granted the bans could be for two primary reasons: Attempting to bypass the console’s security, and attempting to use pirated software. Either way, this is the moment many PS3 gamers have been waiting for; the moment when Sony finally decides to take action.
Users who have tried to bypass the PlayStation Network login have found that their accounts have been banned. According to those who understand the hack, it has to do with forcing a login certificate in a way that makes the console’s DNS addresses to assume everything is operating normally. However, users using this technique were quickly banned, receiving the following message:
“You cannot use the PlayStation Network with this account (8002a227)”
The reasoning behind these bans is still open to speculation, granted the bans could be for two primary reasons: Attempting to bypass the console’s security, and attempting to use pirated software. Either way, this is the moment many PS3 gamers have been waiting for; the moment when Sony finally decides to take action.
It did not take long for thousand's to receive emails about this. I'm sure it will not be long until Sony starts to break out Microsoft Banning styles.
Here is just a Quick Picture of the Email I received on Yahoo.
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02-20-2011, 03:59 AM
#75
ALOHAWAiiAN
Gamer
my friend is a giant trophy hacker with like 4 PS3s. I hope he doen't get banned.
02-20-2011, 04:29 AM
#76
ILuZzONz
<3
I was using the DNS glitch, I haven't been banned. Or is that because I deleted my boothistory.dat before I updated?
Ok so I checked my email and I had one. But, it sounds like it's been sent to evryone by the wording, here it is:
Important: Access to the PlayStation(R)Network and Access to Qriocity(TM) Services Notice
Unauthorized circumvention devices for PlayStation(R)3 system have been recently released by hackers for the PlayStation(R)3 system. These devices permit the use of unauthorized or pirated software.
Use of such devices or software violates the terms of your “System Software License Agreement for the PlayStation(R)3 System” and the “Terms of Services and User Agreement” for the PlayStation(R)Network/Qriocity(TM) and its Community Code of Conduct provisions. In addition, copying or playing pirated software is a violation of International Copyright Laws.
A circumvention device and/or unauthorized or pirated software currently resides on your PlayStation(R)3 system.
Immediately cease use and remove all circumvention devices and delete all unauthorized or pirated software from your PlayStation(R)3 system. Failure to do so will result in termination of your access to PlayStation(R) Network and access to Qriocity(TM) services through your PlayStation(R)3 system.
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Ok so I checked my email and I had one. But, it sounds like it's been sent to evryone by the wording, here it is:
Important: Access to the PlayStation(R)Network and Access to Qriocity(TM) Services Notice
Unauthorized circumvention devices for PlayStation(R)3 system have been recently released by hackers for the PlayStation(R)3 system. These devices permit the use of unauthorized or pirated software.
Use of such devices or software violates the terms of your “System Software License Agreement for the PlayStation(R)3 System” and the “Terms of Services and User Agreement” for the PlayStation(R)Network/Qriocity(TM) and its Community Code of Conduct provisions. In addition, copying or playing pirated software is a violation of International Copyright Laws.
A circumvention device and/or unauthorized or pirated software currently resides on your PlayStation(R)3 system.
Immediately cease use and remove all circumvention devices and delete all unauthorized or pirated software from your PlayStation(R)3 system. Failure to do so will result in termination of your access to PlayStation(R) Network and access to Qriocity(TM) services through your PlayStation(R)3 system.
================================================================================================
Please note that this is an automated e-mail, so replies to this address cannot be responded to.
(C)2011 Sony Computer Entertainment Europe.
eu.playstation.com You must login or register to view this content.
"PlayStation", "PlayStation Network", "PlayStation Store", "PlayStation Home", "PS3", "PSP" and "PS2" are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All titles, content, publisher names, trademarks, artwork, and associated imagery are trademarks and/or copyright material of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
Games sold in the United Kingdom are age rated by the independent organisations PEGI and BBFC. To find out more, visit [url]www.pegi.info[/url], [url]www.bbfc.co.uk[/url] or [url]www.askaboutgames.com[/url]. Age ratings indicate the age for which the game is suitable.
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02-20-2011, 08:11 AM
#78
obliviane
Save Point
If anyone wants to stick it to Sony for playing big brother then donate to geohot's legal defense fund which was setup in the past day to cover his legal costs. The donation link is on his website.
Just remember, this isn't only about Geohot...this is about consumer rights and all that good stuff.
Spread the word even if you can't donate yourself.
Just remember, this isn't only about Geohot...this is about consumer rights and all that good stuff.
Spread the word even if you can't donate yourself.
02-20-2011, 09:22 AM
#79
ALOHAWAiiAN
Gamer
dang, im glad i had to restart my ps3 becasue of hard disk crash a few weeks ago, lol
02-20-2011, 12:38 PM
#80
PseudoAnonymous
I can spell
hopefully the banhammer is too short to reach me : D
02-20-2011, 01:24 PM
#81
trapshift
Banned
Originally posted by Dr.
When you updated it, you probably didn't get rid of all the homebrew HISTORY. If you still had that, then they can easily trace you back.
The email doesn't neccessarily mean you're going to get banned, it just means you have an extremely high risk of being banned.
The email doesn't neccessarily mean you're going to get banned, it just means you have an extremely high risk of being banned.
Will Formatting HDD help?
02-20-2011, 02:16 PM
#82
Josh
League Champion
Originally posted by pV.Infa
Will Formatting HDD help?
If you're still running the CFW, most likely, but if you're running the 3.56 ofw, then I'm not sure what there is to do, you can try formatting the HDD, but I'm not sure as I've never tried it before.
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