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Site problems following DDOS attack - more information here

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YetAnotherBeckyMumsnet · 20/02/2021 16:59

Hi all, just to update you on the current situation. As Justine posted here, we’ve been suffering a DDOS attack since approx 11.30am today and as a result, the site has been slow and went down briefly. The app is also out of action for now while the firewall is up.

Our firewalls are keeping the site secure but this does mean you’re getting a ‘checking your browser’ message every thirty minutes (you don’t have to do anything here apart from wait to get back on) and some of you may be asked to complete a captcha test to make sure you’re a human.

We’re sorry for the extra hassle right now, we’re working hard to resolve the situation and things should be back to normal soon. Thanks very much for your patience.

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UseOfWeapons · 20/02/2021 17:10

Thank you, that’s very useful and good to know.

QueenOfLabradors · 20/02/2021 17:10

Thanks for the update!

Crockof · 20/02/2021 17:07

Agree, I was concerned with the cloud flare message especially as the Internet jury seemed divided as to if it was good or bad so appreciate you letting us know its OK

Whatwouldscullydo · 20/02/2021 17:06

It just asked on the other thread.

Are we safe ? Do we need to change passwords or anything

Thanks for the update

Teentitansonloop · 20/02/2021 17:04

Thanks, when I came on about 5 mins ago it said something about "DDos cloudflare redirect" so I closed the browser because i wasn't sure if it was dodgy or not. Cheers.