ICA Website Maliciously Attacked, Service Restored

 

Good news, bad news.

Service has now been largely restored on this website thanks to the valiant efforts of webmaster Bill Buklis along with those Maret Thorpe, the site-designer and Joomla administrator.

Unusual activity had been detected by the internet service provider, provoking them to close down the site for a time on Friday (11/18). The site was restored to its pre-attack state using back ups and attempts are being made to restore updated content.

This has largely been accomplished by the end of the day, although it has been noted that multiple calendar listings are still missing.

If you notice missing articles or links which are not working, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to report. Keep in mind that both Mr. Buklis and myself are a little busy this weekend as co-organizers of the 2016 Illinois Class, but we hope everything will be back to normal within the week.

Now is as good as time as any to remind the Illinois chess community that we are always looking for volunteers to help out in numerous capacities including those of a technical nature. It's an amazing opportunity to hone one's skills as one is starting out on a professional life -- or to give back if one has even a few hours a month to give back to the community.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate the eyes and ears who have reported to us issues as they crop up.

Together we are a community!