There is no additional security. Indeed, nothing has changed except the requirement for users to enter a 6 digit 'captcha' code when logging in.
To quote Danny in a message to Moderators:
"Just to let you know that there is a concerted attempt by persons unknown to hack into users profiles. The hacker(s) are attempting to log in, probably using the users Username and several common, simple passwords. Upon reaching the fifth attempt, the User is locked out and is automatically sent an email from the system stating the fact and the IP address of the person who entered the wrong password."
The hacker(s) are not in this part of the world, are simply trying common passwords and to our knowledge, are not successful. PPRuNe knows their IP address(s) and has temporarily restricted their ISP(s).
In the interim:
- Ensure the email address in your profile is valid and correct.
- Ensure your password is complex and unrelated to your user name.
- Report any email received confirming any unsuccessful attempts to log into your PPRuNe user name.
Nothing to get excited about!
Tail Wheel