Quicksandfans (and members) now protected by SSL

[dlodoski]

Hi Folks,

I noticed recently that multiple browsers were indicating that communications with QSF were not encrypted. And while SSL was traditionally used for websites handling financial transactions, it seems as if it has become technically uncool to not be running SSL on fixed sites.

So to that end, I have purchased a SSL Certificate for Quicksandfans and installed it.

The index file (disclaimer page) has been edited to now point to https://www.quicksandfans.com . However, you may not be seeing the 'secure' symbology on your browser if you are getting here from an outdated bookmark (favorite).

So, to be sure that your traffic to and from the board is protected by SSL encryption, edit your bookmark for the board from http://www.quicksandfans.com/bb to https://www.quicksandfans.com/bb

That should do the trick.

Dave

[Mr Mudster]

Thanks for doing this! With as many crazy people that we have in this world, even sites like this can be exploited by hackers for nefarious purposes!

[dlodoski]

Thanks for doing this! With as many crazy people that we have in this world, even sites like this can be exploited by hackers for nefarious purposes!

Even with my networking background, I'm not a security expert. But it follows that encrypted traffic is more secure than non-encrypted.

The main thing is that I want members and visitors here to feel as much at ease as possible. Having your browser grouse about the site being unsecured doesn't help.

[Mr Mudster]

Well, it is very much appreciated. I know this stuff doesn't happen for free, so thanks to you for your willingness to do this!