Forum Hacked ??

[Delphin]

I'm seeing the same post at the end of several threads. There is a link which I haven't shown


Subject: Immediate Attention Required: Account Verification

Dear Talkphotography User,

We have noticed some unusual activity on your account and have temporarily restricted access for security reasons. To restore full access to your account, please verify your identity within the next 24 hours.

Please follow the secure link to complete the verification process:

 

[JohnMcL7]

I don't think it's hacked it's just a dodgy user trying to scam people, I suspect they've misconfigured their tool because it should be sending messages to people not posting messages in threads.

Edit: Looks like the staff have taken action and banned them

 

[lindsay]

fake user spam-cleaned