Recent Malware Attack

[John Candy]

You should have received a circular email from me concerning a malware attack notified to me by the data centre which manages the server hosting this and a few other sites (including gauge3.info).

They carried out a "sweep" of the server and one of the possible vulnerable points was identified as any "plugins" (i.e. modifications) to the forum software.

The only "plugin" applied has been the "Likes" button which I added few years ago in response to a request from a member.

The advice was to review the plugin and my examination of the system files has revealed an unauthorised access/modification on Christmas Day.

In view of the risk, I have now disabled/uninstalled that plugin, so that the "Like" button no longer appears.
There is no current alternative/updated plugin, so I can only suggest that anyone wishing to express their "Likes" should post a line or two.

Regards,
John.