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organic_archer:
Can the moderators talk to someone and get the powers-that-be to update the security certificate on this website? It’s getting to the point where many of the new devices won’t let you access the PA forums at all.

There are a lot of cyber issues popping up out there, and accessing sites that aren’t protected is a risk for your personal info, bank info, and other online data. It’s been jacked up for a long time at this point. If they want the site to survive, someone should invest the time to fix the issue.

Edit : Surely I’m not the only one using PA who’s been frustrated with this.

willie:

--- Quote --- accessing sites that aren’t protected is a risk for your personal info, bank info, and other online data.
--- End quote ---

this has been mentioned before, but is not really an issue I don't think unless you are transmitting data (like a credit card number) to the site and need an encrypted connection.
 
perhaps I misunderstand how personal data is at risk. can you clarify how your personal info, bank info, and other online data would be at risk when visiting here if nothing is done?

organic_archer:
Well, that’s best case scenario. The warning when I try to log on says “Your personal data is at risk”. More than anything, I think it will become an issue for people accessing the site. I have a newish phone, and there are days where it refuses to let me enter the forum.

Seems like a simple fix that could prevent future problems.

A quick google search gives this info:

“There are many potential threats associated with visiting unsecure websites. These include stealing sensitive information, altering exchanged data, redirecting to malicious sites, and engaging in man-in-the-middle attacks or eavesdropping.”

I believe unsecured sites leave a hypothetical hole in your IP address that allows outside entities to access other data stored on your devices. Computers have come a long way. It’s not like some basement hacker is working on your info. Artificial intelligence can run algorithms that mine millions of unprotected websites at the same time.

stuckinthemud:
Accessing the site can be difficult

airkah:
Screenshot from my browser today.

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