Ubuntu (Vbulletin) forum hacked

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The Ubuntu forum has reportedly been hacked, compromising user email addresses and passwords. Multiple users have received notifications about the breach, indicating a significant security issue. The forum uses Vbulletin software, which may require attention from the administrators. Additionally, there is mention of a separate hacking incident affecting the Free Internet Chess Server (FICS), which remains down. The community expresses concern and hopes for a swift recovery for both platforms.
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I got an email saying the Ubuntu forum was hacked to the extent of exposing user email names and passwords. Since this forum also says "Vbulletin", I suppose the admins should get the details of that.
 
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Thanks for the notice. A real shame. Hope they are back on their feet again!
 
Yes, I received a similar email.
 
I don't know whether it's related but FICS (free internet chess server) has been attackd by hackers too on July 18th; the website is still down as of now.
And for Ubuntu forums, yes I did receive the email too.
 

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