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Antonius Misfit · 08-24-2010, 12:19 PM

http://blogs.secondlife.com/communit...-viewer-policy

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Posted by Philip Linden on Aug 24, 2010 9:59:04 AM
Late last week, we discovered a denial-of-service attack that was being served through the widely distributed Emerald third-party viewer. This is in direct violation of our third-party viewer policy (part 2, section d, paragraph iii).
We have removed Emerald from the list of third-party viewers, and are now in touch with the Emerald team to discuss what can happen next. We did this to do our best to protect the safety and security of Second Life users. We will not tolerate a viewer that includes malicious code, nor will we tolerate development teams with a history of violating users’ trust or disrupting their lives.
We take privacy, safety, and security very seriously, and we will act to the best of our abilities to protect it. We have not yet disabled logins via the Emerald viewer, but will do so if we feel the software and the team behind it is not able to meet the standards we’ve set. While Emerald is currently the focus of our attention because of what happened recently, all third-party viewers are held to the same standard, and must comply with the third-party viewer policy.
The third-party viewer directory is designed to be largely self-policing, but we take our responsibility to act very seriously when problems come to our attention. Our goal is that you should feel comfortable using many different viewers in accessing Second Life. While there are always risks involved in using a third-party viewer, we are doing what we can to minimize those, and we encourage and deeply appreciate third-party development. Our new Snowstorm project is an example -- allowing third-party developers to deliver more directly and rapidly to the Second Life viewer.
If you have been using the Emerald viewer, for now we would encourage you to consider either one of the Linden Lab viewers, or an alternative third-party viewer.

Philip's finally laying it down. Good! And I've apparently beaten the blog-bot!

**Tya** · 08-24-2010, 12:23 PM

Jenn Luke · 08-24-2010, 12:24 PM

You were right Tya

**Tya** · 08-24-2010, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by JennL

You were right Tya

no... it was just an opinion

lol smart ass

**Vivianne Draper** · 08-24-2010, 12:26 PM

maybe if LL made a viewer that didn't suck we wouldn't have to use 3rd party viewers

Pussycat Catnap · 08-24-2010, 12:26 PM

/smackdown

Lets hope it hurts those buggers and kills Emerald.

Now put this punk into the MoTD and email so I can stop having my groups have Emerald fans claim we're all just making this up and should trust the Emerald Messiahs.

Katheryne Helendale · 08-24-2010, 12:26 PM

That was a surprisingly strong-worded response from LL - no attempts to hide anything or sugar-coat anything because it happened to involve the most-used viewer in SL. That took balls, and I am impressed!

Katheryne Helendale · 08-24-2010, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Vivianne Draper

maybe if LL made a viewer that didn't suck we wouldn't have to use 3rd party viewers

Well, that's supposedly what Snowstorm is all about; though the reality of how many non-traditional ideas actually make it into Snowstorm remains to be seen. The moment I see breast physics in Snowstorm, I'll know that LL is taking the concept seriously.

**Vivianne Draper** · 08-24-2010, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Katheryne Helendale

Well, that's supposedly what Snowstorm is all about; though the reality of how many non-traditional ideas actually make it into Snowstorm remains to be seen. The moment I see breast physics in Snowstorm, I'll know that LL is taking the concept seriously.

supposedly.

key word there.

Hitomi Tiponi · 08-24-2010, 12:34 PM

Let's see how the 'Queen of Spin' presents this one to the Emerald faithful.

**Tya** · 08-24-2010, 12:38 PM

As promised:

coffee

(tim's for canadians)

and i think green tea was requested

and breakfast/brunch

Cincia Singh · 08-24-2010, 12:38 PM

I know exactly where LL is coming from with that posting because unlike some in SL I won't give the Emerald Team a pass and blame it all on any one individual because, frankly, they should have been watching for something like what happened because they know each other very well. Nor do I believe a "reorganization" that includes the core team of Emerald Dev's will EVER be trustworthy based on their attitudes, skills and past actions. Forgive and forget, my rosy red arse. Fool me once shame on you, fool me a second time shame on me. Yea Philips angry but he should also be embarrassed for hiding his head in the sand for so long.

The QuietOne · 08-24-2010, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Hitomi Tiponi

Let's see how the 'Queen of Spin' presents this one to the Emerald faithful.

Sadly, based on what I've seen in a lot of different group chats I foresee a lot more, "This is only because LL is jellus 2.0 sucks ass and want to take down Emerald!"

I was surprised how many times I read this, and bet quite a few still dig their heels in deeper, and we end up with...

Antonius Misfit · 08-24-2010, 12:51 PM

This sentence in the blog post stands out to me:

Quote:

We have not yet disabled logins via the Emerald viewer, but will do so if we feel the software and the team behind it is not able to meet the standards we’ve set.

That's a clear message to Arabella and what's left of the team: "We're watching you now. Fuck up just one more time and it's game over".

Khamon · 08-24-2010, 12:52 PM

good words are still just words

Are LL going to block Emerald connections to The Grid All Hail The Central Grid?

Can LL block Emerald client connections?

Antonius Misfit · 08-24-2010, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by The QuietOne

Sadly, based on what I've seen in a lot of different group chats I foresee a lot more, "This is only because LL is jellus 2.0 sucks ass and want to take down Emerald!"

I was surprised how many times I read this, and bet quite a few still dig their heels in deeper, and we end up with...

I didn't realize the fashionistas counted Charlton Heston as one of their own

**Misty Harley** · 08-24-2010, 12:58 PM

All I can say is

Yes.

Antonius Misfit · 08-24-2010, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Khamon

good words are still just words

Are LL going to block Emerald connections to The Grid All Hail The Central Grid?

Can LL block Emerald client connections?

Yes they can, as evidenced when the TVP policy first went into effect some old TPV clients were reportedly blocked.

Ayumi · 08-24-2010, 01:02 PM

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We have not yet disabled logins via the Emerald viewer, but will do so if we feel the software and the team behind it is not able to meet the standards we’ve set.

If LL blocks Emerald, will all viewers built on recompiled emerald (ie: LGG's) be blocked too?

Aztek Aeon · 08-24-2010, 01:05 PM

I'm happy to see that LL, especially Philip, responded publicly. It was the right thing to do & this time, I have faith that they will follow thru and force Emerald to make some further changes, or risk banishment. Well done.

Hypatia Callisto · 08-24-2010, 01:05 PM

Well, this is hopeful - I'm glad to see a strongly worded statement, though the hardcore are still going to explain it away. But at least more folks will be aware of what happened with an official statement from LL.

**Misty Harley** · 08-24-2010, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pussycat Catnap

/smackdown

Lets hope it hurts those buggers and kills Emerald.

Now put this punk into the MoTD and email so I can stop having my groups have Emerald fans claim we're all just making this up and should trust the Emerald Messiahs.

I don't wanna be the bearer of bad news but ummm....

[11:04] Name Removed: Linden Labs are running scared having discovered that EMERALD is BETTER than their SHITTY Viewer 2 - They've stooped to dirty tricks - How ridiculously childish and pathetic of them.

*tip toes away fast*

**Tya** · 08-24-2010, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Misty Harley

I don't wanna be the bearer of bad news but ummm....

[11:04] Name Removed: Linden Labs are running scared having discovered that EMERALD is BETTER than their SHITTY Viewer 2 - They've stooped to dirty tricks - How ridiculously childish and pathetic of them.

*tip toes away fast*

the 2.0 viewer is NOT horrible. its a nice viewer that needs some adjustments.

Cincia Singh · 08-24-2010, 01:08 PM

Doesn't matter what the fanboys say, let them shout it at failed logins if they won't get their heads out of their arses.

Hypatia Callisto · 08-24-2010, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Misty Harley

I don't wanna be the bearer of bad news but ummm....

[11:04] Name Removed: Linden Labs are running scared having discovered that EMERALD is BETTER than their SHITTY Viewer 2 - They've stooped to dirty tricks - How ridiculously childish and pathetic of them.

*tip toes away fast*

posts that ScienceDaily article again.

People reject popular opinions if they already hold opposing views, study finds

and um, another one!

Want to convince? Use abstract rather than concrete language

08-24-2010, 12:26 PM	#5 (permalink)
Vivianne Draper Guess my gender *SLU Supporter* Not the droid yer looking for Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DC Area Posts: 8,758 My Mood: SL Join Date: September 11, 2005 Blog Entries: 4	maybe if LL made a viewer that didn't suck we wouldn't have to use 3rd party viewers __________________ ~~~~~ Vivi's real life jewelry shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/NaturalTreasuresbyDe AND http://www.naturaltreasuresbydeb.com

08-24-2010, 12:38 PM	#12 (permalink)
Cincia Singh Senior Member Nitwit magnet Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago USA Posts: 3,860 My Mood: SL Join Date: 06/07 Business: Smooth Jazz Club & Lounge Client: Firestorm, SL Dev Viewer, Exodus, CoolVL Blog Entries: 6	I know exactly where LL is coming from with that posting because unlike some in SL I won't give the Emerald Team a pass and blame it all on any one individual because, frankly, they should have been watching for something like what happened because they know each other very well. Nor do I believe a "reorganization" that includes the core team of Emerald Dev's will EVER be trustworthy based on their attitudes, skills and past actions. Forgive and forget, my rosy red arse. Fool me once shame on you, fool me a second time shame on me. Yea Philips angry but he should also be embarrassed for hiding his head in the sand for so long. __________________ *My concern can be measured in micro give-a-shits, and I'm working on nanotechnology!*

08-24-2010, 12:52 PM	#15 (permalink)
Khamon Aspiring Harpist *SLU Supporter* Thumbs Up Sweetie Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Alabama Posts: 9,239 My Mood: SL Join Date: November, 2003 Blog Entries: 1	good words are still just words Are LL going to block Emerald connections to The Grid All Hail The Central Grid? Can LL block Emerald client connections? __________________ A Journey Through the World of Lever Harping

08-24-2010, 01:05 PM	#20 (permalink)
Aztek Aeon Senior Member with a K Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New England Posts: 605 My Mood: SL Join Date: 12/07 Business: Virtual Kennel Club~ Ethereal Nature ~ Canis beach Dog Park ~ Racer Group Estates,	I'm happy to see that LL, especially Philip, responded publicly. It was the right thing to do & this time, I have faith that they will follow thru and force Emerald to make some further changes, or risk banishment. Well done. __________________ Waterfalls & other stuff Virtual Kennel Club - Second Life's only pets with true A.I.

08-24-2010, 01:05 PM	#21 (permalink)
Hypatia Callisto is a pussy. Laughs and sneers in LOLCat Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 8,120 My Mood: SL Join Date: February 8, 2006	Well, this is hopeful - I'm glad to see a strongly worded statement, though the hardcore are still going to explain it away. But at least more folks will be aware of what happened with an official statement from LL. __________________ "To begin with," said the Cat, "a dog's not mad. You grant that?" "I suppose so," said Alice. "Well, then," the Cat went on, "you see, a dog growls when it's angry, and wags its tail when it's pleased. Now I growl when I'm pleased, and wag my tail when I'm angry. Therefore I'm mad." "I call it purring, not growling," said Alice. "Call it what you like," said the Cat.

08-24-2010, 12:23 PM	#2 (permalink)
Tya Gone *SLU Supporter* Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 5,075 SL Join Date: August 28 2003 Business: [PM] Pixel Mode Client: 2.0 Blog Entries: 16

08-24-2010, 12:24 PM	#3 (permalink)
Jenn Luke Senior Member Nasty Brit Join Date: May 2008 Location: Netherlands/UK Posts: 830 My Mood: Memory Cats Champion! Big Money Champion! Chickenboy Chucky Champion! Cone Crazy Champion! Solitaire Champion! Busy Burger Champion! Bueno Rufus Champion! Maggie's Bakery Champion! SL Join Date: 12 Oct 2006	You were right Tya

08-24-2010, 12:26 PM	#6 (permalink)
Pussycat Catnap Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,384	/smackdown Lets hope it hurts those buggers and kills Emerald. Now put this punk into the MoTD and email so I can stop having my groups have Emerald fans claim we're all just making this up and should trust the Emerald Messiahs.

08-24-2010, 12:34 PM	#10 (permalink)
Hitomi Tiponi Miss StarLight The little dabbler Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Variable Posts: 2,691 SL Join Date: 06/12/08	Let's see how the 'Queen of Spin' presents this one to the Emerald faithful.

08-24-2010, 12:38 PM	#11 (permalink)
Tya Gone *SLU Supporter* Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 5,075 SL Join Date: August 28 2003 Business: [PM] Pixel Mode Client: 2.0 Blog Entries: 16	As promised: coffee (tim's for canadians) and i think green tea was requested and breakfast/brunch

08-24-2010, 12:58 PM	#17 (permalink)
Misty Harley yawns loudly *SLU Supporter* always in need of coffee Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: US Posts: 4,201 SL Join Date: Septemper 06' Client: catznip,exodus,nirans	All I can say is Yes.

08-24-2010, 01:08 PM	#24 (permalink)
Cincia Singh Senior Member Nitwit magnet Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago USA Posts: 3,860 My Mood: SL Join Date: 06/07 Business: Smooth Jazz Club & Lounge Client: Firestorm, SL Dev Viewer, Exodus, CoolVL Blog Entries: 6	Doesn't matter what the fanboys say, let them shout it at failed logins if they won't get their heads out of their arses.

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