There was a security exploit in IPB v2.1.6 known only to small group of hackers. We found some indications that IPB was compromised in a malicious way. Unfortunately, we do not know how much information was compromised. As of this time, we know that members who were registered as of July 12, 2006 had their addresses harvested by the compromise. Please change your e-mail address and password to ensure your security.

MSFN has existed for more then five years and has never solicited or leaked any member information to anyone.

We apologize for any inconvience.

You can leave your comment or blame me here.

In addition, it would help if you would report the spam as soon as you get it. Go to spamcop.net and open a free account. But don't bother reporting any spam that is more than two days old, as it will be rejected.

Reporting the spam will make it harder for the spam to get through because the IP addresses that it is being sent from will be put on a blacklist. It will also let the ISPs know that there are customers on their networks with compromised computers-- you will be helping the unfortunate people whose computers have been infested and hijacked by these parasites.

Thanks Phil.