Security News > 2022 > January > Dark Souls 3 Servers Shut Down Due to Critical RCE Bug
There's a dangerous remote-code execution bug in the Dark Souls video game that could let attackers brick the PCs of online players.
The main problem is with Dark Souls III, but the remote code-execution vulnerability also affects earlier games in the Dark Soul series, leading the developers to temporarily turn off player-versus-player servers across Dark Souls Remastered, Dark Souls II and Dark Souls III. PvP refers to players being able to interact and duel with each other.
PvP servers for Dark Souls 3, Dark Souls 2, and Dark Souls: Remastered have been temporarily deactivated to allow the team to investigate recent reports of an issue with online services.
The danger was brought to light on Saturday, when game fan SkeleMann urged players to steer clear of playing Dark Souls 3 online.
"On PC there is a new, very serious exploit plaguing Dark Souls 3 which can cause lasting damage to your computer," SkeleMann explained.
It's highly suggested to NOT PLAY ONLINE DARK SOULS 3 in it's current state.
News URL
https://threatpost.com/dark-souls-servers-down-rce-bug/177896/
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