release Implementing HackShield SDK In Metin2: A Comprehensive Guide

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Note: This tutorial was originally created for a private server and is based on information that may be outdated. AhnLab HackShield has not received updates since 2013.

1. Initialize the HackShield Directory

Start by navigating to the Extern/include directory and create a new folder named hackshield. If there are existing files, make sure to remove them. Next, transfer the contents from (Your HackShield SDK Zip)/Include to Extern/include/hackshield. Repeat this for both the Client and Server Extern sections.

For the Client, copy the following files from (Your HackShield SDK Zip)/Lib/Win/x86/MultiThreaded to Extern/lib:

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Additionally, copy (Your HackShield SDK Zip)/Developer/Lib/Win/x86/Multithreaded/HShield.lib to Extern/lib/HShield_d.lib, making sure to rename it. For the Server, copy (Your HackShield SDK Zip)/Lib/FreeBSD/x86/AntiCrack/LibAntiCpXSvr_st.a to Extern/lib.

Next, create a file named hshieldLibLink.h in Extern/include/hackshield (for both Client and Server) and include the following code:

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2. Client Source: Adding /CLR

Important: Rebuild libjpeg, lzo, and cryptopp with /MD and /MDd flags, as the defaults for CryptoPP are /MT, and for libjpeg and lzo are /MD if using CMake.

Edit the VCX file projects by going to C/C++ -> All Options and searching for /M. For the Release configuration, set the "Runtime Library" to /MD, and for Debug, set it to /MDd.

Next, in the project settings under "General," enable "Support with Common Language Runtime" (/clr). Additionally, change the /RTC value to "Default" and add the following command in All Options:

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If you encounter issues, follow the special instructions to rebuild all modules with the updated Runtime Library. For Crypto++, modify config.h with the following changes to support synchronization:

Comment out the original relevant section and replace it with:

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3. Integrate HackShield in the Client Source

Open UserInterface/HackShield.cpp and look for the segment that defines the monitoring server address. Replace it with:

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This address should point to a server that monitors instances of HackShield.

In UserInterface/Locale_inc.h, add:

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In HackShield.h, replace:

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with:

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Next, make sure to replace the executable file name in UserInterface/HackshieldLicense_metin2client.h as follows:

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Example:

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Now, configure your project to compile correctly. In UserInterface Properties, ensure that Common Language Runtime Support (CLR) is set to /clr. In C/C++, change "Enable C++ exceptions" from "Yes (/EHsc)" to "Yes with SEH exceptions (/EHa)".

If you encounter the "DEFAULT_HSMS_TIME_OUT not defined" error, edit Extern/include/hackshield/hshield.h. Remove the line containing DEFAULT_HSMS_TIME_OUT, and add the following:

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4. Server Configuration

In game/src/Makefile, change:

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to:

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Then, update game/src/HackShield_Impl.cpp with:

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In your Auth and Game configuration files, remember to add:

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5. Client Binary Setup

Copy files from (HackShield SDK Zip)/Bin/Win/x86/HShield to your Client Binary Folder. For debugging or quality assurance, it's recommended to copy everything from (HackShield SDK Zip)/Developer/Bin to (Client Binary Folder)/HShield.

Remember, never distribute the development files; always use the release versions. For periodic updates, copy all content from (HackShield SDK Zip)/Bin/Win/x86/Update to your HShield folder in the Client Binary Folder.

6. Configuring HackShield

Set up the AntiCrack feature by navigating to (HackShield SDK Zip)/Bin/Win/x86. Utilize AntiCrack/HSBGen.exe to generate your HSB file and AntiCrack/HSBHelper.exe to validate the file integrity.

The generated output file must match the name specified in HackShield_Impl.cpp. If your executable is signed, ensure this is completed after generating the HSB. For packers other than UPX, select the "Execute Packet Exe File" option.

7. Additional Configuration

To set the HackShield update server, open Util/HSUpSetEnv.exe. This facilitates the updating of HackShield files from a remote server.

If you want FTP transfer capabilities, you need to configure an FTP server with your desired username and password. Share the PatchSet folder on your web server for updates.

8. Disabling HS Monitor and Customization

For customization, you can modify the name and version in UserInterface/HackShield.cpp:

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Make sure to adjust the locale prefix if you change the locale folder:

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For modifying the name and folder of EhSvc.dll, edit the relevant sections in the code as shown in the original tutorial.

Conclusion

Following this guide should enable successful integration of the HackShield SDK into your Metin2 project. If you have further inquiries or require clarifications, don’t hesitate to reach out!