Sportsbook Hackers & Extortion
GameDay Sportsbook
GameDay
Sportsbook
1-800-386-2387
UPDATED 9/27/03
19:15 EST
The following letter from
GameDay Sportsbook addresses the current situation:
Dear BetGameDay Player,
Unfortunately our web site is currently
under attack - we believe from a group of extortionists who
have also attacked several other web sites recently. Our technical
staff along with our ISP are doing everything in their power
around the clock to resolve the problem, although we cannot
yet inform you when the BetGameDay website will be running
at full speed again.
We really appreciate your understanding
during this time. We have not directly received an extortion
demand, however we would not pay one if we did - I firmly
believe that this sort of crime must never pay. We are also
working closely with the UK High Tech Crimes Unit, who already
have a significant file on this incident, and are optimistic
that the criminals will be unearthed sooner rather than later.
Please accept our full regret for the
inconvenience caused to you during this time - be assured
our staff of over 130 people is dedicated to minimizing the
impact of the threat, and we continue to accept telephone
wagering as normal at 1-800-Fun-Bets (386-2387) Naturally
our phone lines will be very busy, and we ask for your patience
- we do operate a sophisticated queuing system, and your call
will be answered in the order received, so please do not hang
up and redial - or you will lose your place in the queue.
Once again, everyone at BetGameDay truly
appreciates your understanding. We will beat this, and we
will continue to offer you the highest level of service in
our industry.
Thanks from everyone here,
Alistair Assheton
General Manager
http://www.BetGameDay.com
Toll Free 1-800-Fun-Bets (386-2387)
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