Post #3498313
2026-06-30 20:03 UTC
Had my website taken down by a bunch of asshole AI bots sitting behind Alibaba Cloud and running what was effectively a DDoS. I've blocked both their ASNs as a result.
If you were doing something legitimate with my content, please get in touch and I'll add an exception rule.
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@philpem@digipres.club 2026-06-30 20:48
I've also added a tutorial on how to block internet abusers by AS number - YMMV. Also bear in mind this is a very blunt tool and really only viable for situations where it's appropriate. Think very carefully before you use it. https://www.philpem.me.uk/computer/block-by-asn