Remote server timeouts?

[Random Axe]

I don't think I'm the only one, but I cannot access the museum through my mobile. I'm pretty sure Meule is still not able to log in either. Is there a setting or adjustment that can be made either on the Museum's end or mine that can solve this? I can access everything except here.

[megoapesnut]

I can get it on my iPad.

[palitoy]

We're well aware and even Scott, creator of the site can't log in. I'll get more into it soon but it seems we were targeted for what is known as a DOS attack.

We've got a list of offending ISPs and we'll know more soon.

[theressa]

I've been trying to just access the site since around 5:00 pm yesterday on my handheld and can't. I have been in contact with Steve, so he knows.
I haven't tried this morning, I'm on my laptop.

[palitoy]

Steve has kept us posted as to your issues T, Joe is calling the server company this morning.

[torgospizza]

It wasn't just the forums, either--I couldn't access the galleries, even. I thought you guys were just down for maintenance. What I don't get is why someone would go after a site like this--isn't it usually "haxX0rz" going after banks or Scientology's website or the like, trying to make a statement? Not sure about Canada, but in the UK and the USA, a person can go to prison for doing this kind of thing. Stupid.

[theressa]

Awesome! Thank you!
Gotta be able to take the Museum with me. Ha!

[Random Axe]

You hate to think things like this, but it could be the work of a banned member. If this is something malicious and not a random occurrance, then that's the conclusion I'd draw. Do we have an archnemesis?

[theressa]

Yes, it is the entire site that is unaccessible.
Usually a message comes thru if it's an upgrade on the site.

[megomania]

I couldn't get in yesterday afternoon on my laptop for about an hour....ruined my whole afternoon! Was happy when it came back up!

-Chris

[starsky]

yeah me too. i thought the site was down for maintenance or too much traffic.

[palitoy]

You hate to think things like this, but it could be the work of a banned member. If this is something malicious and not a random occurrance, then that's the conclusion I'd draw. Do we have an archnemesis?

It looks like the Flamingo has teamed up with the Frowner !

Of course, it's suspicious and not entirely out of character for some but the hosting company has some theories as well that suggest it's random.

The investigation continues....

[Gorn Captain]

I couldn't log in yesterday.
Got withdrawal symptoms almost immediately...

[boss]

I contemplated my favorite flavor of jelly.

[torgospizza]

I contemplated my favorite flavor of jelly.

Did you come to a conclusion, and if so, what was it?