I get a lot of reports of compromised Mudcat passwords. Usually, the member has a number of compromised passwords reported at the same time. I don't really know how terrible it is to have a Mudcat password compromised. Mudcat's password system is like a lock on a bathroom door - it's fairly easy to get past, but who'd bother? Most people don't want to see you pooping anyhow. Our password system gives a modest amount of security, but it's not enough to protect financial transactions or other things you want to keep secret. We're a folk music discussion forum, not Fort Knox. You should not be keeping your darkest secrets here.
But if you want to change your password or update your contact information, email me and tell me what you want for your new password, and I'll change it for you. One guy got all upset about that because that meant I knew his password. He left in a huff, and I haven't heard of his since.
Oh, and if you forgot your password, our automatic password sender rarely works. Email me, and I'll send you your password. DaveRo asks how I know who people are. Well, I've been here 25 years and I usually know.
Joe Offer
joe@mudcat.org