A Vision for the Future: Valve's New Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat System alongside VAC

[BLoCKANDLOADED ⭕⃤]

Introduction:

In the ever-evolving landscape of online gaming, maintaining a fair and enjoyable experience for players is a constant challenge. Cheaters and hackers can ruin the fun for everyone, and game developers are always looking for ways to combat this issue. One potential solution that has gained significant attention and debate is the idea of a new Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system (KLAC) working alongside Valve's iconic VAC (Valve Anti-Cheat). In this post, we'll explore the concept of Valve creating a new Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system and its potential benefits for the gaming community.

Understanding the Problem:

Cheating in online games is a pervasive issue, and traditional anti-cheat measures often struggle to keep up with the evolving techniques used by cheaters. Valve's VAC has been a stalwart defender of fair play in many of its games, but it primarily operates at the application level, making it susceptible to certain types of cheats that operate at a deeper level within the operating system.

The idea of a Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system revolves around implementing anti-cheat measures at a lower, more fundamental level of the operating system—specifically, the kernel. This would provide a more robust and effective way to detect and prevent cheating.

Benefits of a Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat System:

Enhanced Detection and Prevention:

A Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system can monitor system-level activities, making it more difficult for cheats to hide or manipulate game data.
It can detect cheats that attempt to directly manipulate the game's memory or system processes, providing a higher level of security.
Improved Fair Play:

A Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system would significantly reduce the number of cheaters in games, leading to a more enjoyable experience for honest players.
Fair competition is crucial for the longevity and popularity of games, and a KLAC system can help maintain that fairness.
Better Reputation and Player Retention:

Valve's commitment to creating a more cheat-free gaming environment would enhance its reputation as a player-centric company.
A decrease in cheaters can lead to higher player retention rates, as players are more likely to stick around when they know the playing field is level.
Long-Term Solution:

Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat is a long-term investment in the security and integrity of games. It can adapt to new cheat methods and continue to provide protection even as cheating techniques evolve.
Support for Third-Party Developers:

Valve's expertise in implementing such a system could also benefit other developers, as they could potentially license or collaborate on this technology to protect their own games.
Challenges and Concerns:

While the concept of a Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system sounds promising, it is not without its challenges and concerns:

System Stability: Making changes to the kernel can potentially impact system stability and security. Careful development and rigorous testing would be crucial to mitigate these risks.

Privacy Concerns: A KLAC system would need to handle sensitive system data, raising concerns about user privacy. Transparency and user consent would be essential.

False Positives: Overly aggressive anti-cheat measures can lead to false positives, resulting in the banning of innocent players. Striking the right balance between security and fairness is critical.

Conclusion:

The idea of Valve creating a new Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system to work alongside VAC is a promising one. It presents an opportunity to significantly reduce cheating in online games, enhance player experiences, and cement Valve's position as a leader in the gaming industry. However, it also comes with challenges that must be carefully addressed. With a commitment to transparency, user privacy, and effective development, Valve could usher in a new era of fair and enjoyable online gaming for players worldwide.

[Magniankh]

Wow, a post that is well written with proper structure and grammar? Don't you know that you're in the IQ dead zone known as Steam discussions?

But yeah, you're right, Valve needs to bring a new anti-cheat into the 21st century. I think many gamers don't care about kernel level AC, that or they don't even properly understand. Valorant's success shows that. For people who are truly concerned about their privacy or PC's vulnerability, they don't need to play the game.

I'm tired of _every_ online game having cheaters. I had to leave Tarkov because of the cheating -- it's outrageous that loot vacuum cheats still aren't detected at this point in the game's development.

I thought Valve's AC was pretty top-notch, but CS2 is having me reconsider that sentiment. I haven't played a Valve game since CS:Source.

[=PALMITu ☯∞☯]

Just use AnyBrain AI anti-cheat... no need for invasive stuff... its there, its done... its good... BUT VOLVO DONT CARE!

[Vaulty]

Nice chatgpt response

But volvo doesn't need kernel access, they banned ring0 cheats in the past

Originally posted by ☯ =PALMITu ☯:

Just use AnyBrain AI anti-cheat... no need for invasive stuff... its there, its done... its good... BUT VOLVO DONT CARE!

Anybrain sucks, it's just PR, they have VACNet which can do it 10x better and faster as it's house made

[n3pix]

Didn't read lol

[StarGazer]

The big issue with cs2 and cheating now is that the anti cheat for cs2 is not good enough and even if it was it does nothing against the obvious flaws the new source engine has. Its carefully packed lies and advertisement were a bait to think you would see cheaters get punished. Sad truth, its still very server sided and the other half can be manipulated from client sided communication. Already there are tons of fake model cheats, lagg switches and anti aim features wich on a basic level destroy the game without even needing to go blatant. The way you can see is how you can now sometimes kill people who are behind walls (this is how you see the issue with the new source engine). As its client sided you can experience this and will happen alot if the enemy has their model glitched. The only small victory is that spinbots are easier to detect. But lets be real not alot of people spinbot in 2023. Most are wallhackers and fake model hackers that will continue to do so untill a premium cheat gets developed for hardware injection. Valve should have went with the anybrain or valorant approach but this is valve, csgo was a ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ and they have no clue what the community wants. Sadly the only thing they know is how to market lies.

[-fraggl-]

Valve could also have the best anti-cheat in the world, but it won't do anything as long as Valve allows cheaters to create an infinite number of accounts...

[Genuine Xsin]

Originally posted by -fraggl-:

Valve could also have the best anti-cheat in the world, but it won't do anything as long as Valve allows cheaters to create an infinite number of accounts...

They allow cuz $$$

[NewLy]

Originally posted by ☯ =PALMITu ☯:

Just use AnyBrain AI anti-cheat... no need for invasive stuff... its there, its done... its good... BUT VOLVO DONT CARE!

It doesn't work like that bud xD

[keeper]

Originally posted by Genuine󠀡 󠀡⁧xsin:

Originally posted by -fraggl-:

Valve could also have the best anti-cheat in the world, but it won't do anything as long as Valve allows cheaters to create an infinite number of accounts...

They allow cuz $$$

sadly true

[MENDOAN]

blud dont know anti cheat is system and can be bypass. wanna see example? LOOK PUBG now. upgrade anti cheat is useless we need overwatch back again its work 100% to fight cheater

[MAXE]

Valve dont need a kernel driven anticheat system ..

all Valve would need is Visual detections and something that can detect game mechanic on the clients .. abnormal game client data compare to the normal legit players = cheaters !

its pretty simple !

[blcok]

Even though this post is from October, I will say this: No, no, and again, no.

[taL1vaNn^]

Originally posted by BLoCKANDLOADED ⭕⃤:

Introduction:

In the ever-evolving landscape of online gaming, maintaining a fair and enjoyable experience for players is a constant challenge. Cheaters and hackers can ruin the fun for everyone, and game developers are always looking for ways to combat this issue. One potential solution that has gained significant attention and debate is the idea of a new Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system (KLAC) working alongside Valve's iconic VAC (Valve Anti-Cheat). In this post, we'll explore the concept of Valve creating a new Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system and its potential benefits for the gaming community.

Understanding the Problem:

Cheating in online games is a pervasive issue, and traditional anti-cheat measures often struggle to keep up with the evolving techniques used by cheaters. Valve's VAC has been a stalwart defender of fair play in many of its games, but it primarily operates at the application level, making it susceptible to certain types of cheats that operate at a deeper level within the operating system.

The idea of a Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system revolves around implementing anti-cheat measures at a lower, more fundamental level of the operating system—specifically, the kernel. This would provide a more robust and effective way to detect and prevent cheating.

Benefits of a Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat System:

Enhanced Detection and Prevention:

A Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system can monitor system-level activities, making it more difficult for cheats to hide or manipulate game data.
It can detect cheats that attempt to directly manipulate the game's memory or system processes, providing a higher level of security.
Improved Fair Play:

A Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system would significantly reduce the number of cheaters in games, leading to a more enjoyable experience for honest players.
Fair competition is crucial for the longevity and popularity of games, and a KLAC system can help maintain that fairness.
Better Reputation and Player Retention:

Valve's commitment to creating a more cheat-free gaming environment would enhance its reputation as a player-centric company.
A decrease in cheaters can lead to higher player retention rates, as players are more likely to stick around when they know the playing field is level.
Long-Term Solution:

Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat is a long-term investment in the security and integrity of games. It can adapt to new cheat methods and continue to provide protection even as cheating techniques evolve.
Support for Third-Party Developers:

Valve's expertise in implementing such a system could also benefit other developers, as they could potentially license or collaborate on this technology to protect their own games.
Challenges and Concerns:

While the concept of a Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system sounds promising, it is not without its challenges and concerns:

System Stability: Making changes to the kernel can potentially impact system stability and security. Careful development and rigorous testing would be crucial to mitigate these risks.

Privacy Concerns: A KLAC system would need to handle sensitive system data, raising concerns about user privacy. Transparency and user consent would be essential.

False Positives: Overly aggressive anti-cheat measures can lead to false positives, resulting in the banning of innocent players. Striking the right balance between security and fairness is critical.

Conclusion:

The idea of Valve creating a new Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat system to work alongside VAC is a promising one. It presents an opportunity to significantly reduce cheating in online games, enhance player experiences, and cement Valve's position as a leader in the gaming industry. However, it also comes with challenges that must be carefully addressed. With a commitment to transparency, user privacy, and effective development, Valve could usher in a new era of fair and enjoyable online gaming for players worldwide.

the only thing valve cares about is your money

[Gompe]

Sadly because of gambling addicts and children opening cases, this won't ever be a reality for us.

[🎀­­ ⁧ 󠁳Meow]

I like to play on linux. And dont need a kernel anticheat with access to all my pc. Go faceit if u want that