Misty Moonshine
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On 7/25/2024 at 8:59 PM, Eyesa Horg said:
Not for nothing, but since Misty posted this to start with and it happens in a just a few days,it would be nice if she answered some of our questions and concerns. What happens to folks that are on only once in a blue moon, are they no longer able to access the site? I'm thinking this is going to cause more pain and grief than it's going to solve. I know like some have said, I hope I can find my password!! I've been logged in for years and have no idea what I used!!
We are happy to help you reset your password if you find you have trouble with "Forgot password" option to log into the Forum. Once you meet the new minimum password requirements you'll be in and it'll be like nothing ever even happened.
I apologize for not more closely monitoring this post and answering your questions and concerns in a more timely manner.
Misty
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Hi everyone!!
Sorry for the delay in my getting back to you all on this.
We've decided to delay the 2 factor authorization for now; but have implemented the new minimum password requirement.
We'll give it a little time and see if we need to proceed with the 2FA down the road.
Misty
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Hello fellow SASS members!
I trust this all finds you well. As many of you know, we have had several battles here on the Wire over the years with scam emails, phishing, and the dreadful spammers. Most recently, there was a situation where it seemed as if a scam artist had gained access to PM's here on the wire.
I have had a conversation with our partners over at PSP Inc, and he sent the following message. Please read it and educate yourself to better gain an understanding of how these scammers work.
Based on the information below, and in an effort to provide a more secure environment for all of our users, the SASS Wire Forums will be implementing 2 factor authentication and a minimum password requirement within the SASS wire forums. This post is a heads up that you will need to change your password - and can also expect to see a 2 factor authentication in order to access the forum soon. The new requirement will go into effect on Monday, July 29, 2024.
Trying to stay a few steps ahead of the jerks that scam and spam us,
Misty Moonshine
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Getting scam emails is not indicative of private messages being read by hackers. However it could point to someone having malware on their computer, or having a compromised account. For example, SASS Member Joe messages SASS Member Jack, but SASS Member Jack may have malware on his computer which allows a hacker to read the emails coming through. So then SASS Member Joe ends up getting a scam email as a result from the malware.
If your forum has been targeted by scammers, it's possible some of your users have mistakenly clicked on the scam and got their computers infected by malware. This issue then spreads as those infected individuals receive emails, and more scam emails go out from the infected individuals to other users.
It's easy to infect other users because scam emails will be coming from infected users, therefore it already has established trust so people willingly click on anything sent by their friends & peers. And this is how a virus gets spread to more and more users. Best way to combat this issue is to send out an alert to all, telling them how this scam works, and to inform people to not click on just anything.
Also recently there was the biggest password leak in history, about 10 billion passwords were leaked on the dark web. You can read more about it here (https://cybernews.com/security/rockyou2024-largest-password-compilation-leak/)
Basically many users are unaware their password to their online accounts are leaked. This means some of your users may have compromised forum and/or email accounts. Since private messages are sent through the forum and emails, if someone's email account is compromised, scammers can easily obtain email addresses from other users. The best recommendation is to ask your users to update their passwords to the forum and their email accounts, as well as run scans on their computers just to be safe. Most people don't change their password ever, so when a password leak occurs, they don't even realize someone else is accessing their online accounts.
This isn't to rule the forum out completely, but there are just too many ways to allow scammers to obtain email addresses through various means.
Please note that your forum is at the latest version, so there is no further updates I can apply to your forum. There are security options you can enable to make it harder for hackers to access accounts however:
1. Your forum currently does not utilize 2 factor authentication. Enabling 2FA will help secure your user accounts. Right now, anybody who knows the password of an account can just login and gain access to all the private messages and personal details. This also means if one of your moderators have their account compromised, since mods can read email addresses of users, this makes it easy for scammers to collect email address to send out further scam.
2. Your forum currently do not have a minimum strength password requirement. This means users can pick the shortest, easier to hack passwords for their forum accounts. Without 2FA, hackers can use bruteforce attacks to guess user passwords. Basically any passwords shorter than 10 characters can be hacked in less than an hour with today's technology. So enforcing strong passwords should be preferred.
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A note to all Forum Users:
The goal of the SASS Wire Forums is to provide a fun and resourceful place that users can come and discuss topics in regards to SASS and Cowboy Action Shooting. We also want to celebrate free exchange of information and conversation, and realize that "spirited" discussion can happen at times when the subject matter is one that we feel passionately about.
It can be a challenge to express ideas and opinions in the written word and nearly impossible to judge intent of the manner of which it is intended. Please keep that in mind when posting on the forums- be considerate of the challenges we all face when trying to communicate on the SASS Wire. We are not looking to curtail expression- everyone has their opinions and are entitled to them. We want to make sure that everyone is able to participate fully and express themselves without fear of ridicule.
There IS a difference between a debate and an argument. Arguments are disrespectful and will not be tolerated. Treating each other with respect is paramount.
Please be considerate of the challenges that we all face when trying to communicate on the SASS Wire.
Please refer to the following excerpt from the Guidelines:
Inappropriate or offensive content and disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. To assist in defining inappropriate content, ask yourself the following questions when making a post:
- Is this message SASS-related? (with the exception of the Saloon forum)
- Is this message something most members would like to read?
- Does this message add value to the forum?
- Is this something I would say to a person face-to-face?
*If you cannot answer yes to all of these questions, please reconsider posting your message.
IGNORE FEATURE TIP: If you find there is a forum user that you no longer wish to see posts from,-regardless of the reason, there is a feature built in to the SASS Wire Forums that allows you to "IGNORE" a User. There are a few ways this can be accomplished. You can either hover over the member's icon that you wish to ignore and a "Ignore" option will come up- taking you to your Ignored Users page within YOUR account. This is where you can manage the content you see within the Forums. You can also arrive at your Ignored Users page within your account by clicking on the down arrow next to your name/account info in the top right corner and select "Ignored Users". This is similar to "unfollowing" someone in Facebook.
Thank you,
Misty Moonshine & the SASS Wire Moderating Team
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2 hours ago, Tombstone Tex said:
I know the old wire had a limit on posts per page, I feel like it went up on this one from maybe 30 to 40 posts? why the change? I also noticed that the post # went away. For instance, when someone said "look at post 14 for an answer to your question". That wont be possible anymore or is it a setting on my end in the way I view the wire?
When I was looking around the Administrative Control Panel, I saw that posts per page and topics per page were set to 35 each. I imagine that was also the previous setting as upgrades usually grab previous settings and preferences.
About post number, I noticed that too, when I wanted to refer to one, and don't like it's disappearance.
Maybe a tech will see this and answer or fix it.
There are no "techs" to hold out hope to see this and answer or fix. We don't have tech's.... our hosting service doesn't monitor our wire forums. All they do is maintain the software and keep it safe; installing upgrades, etc. The only way to get changes made is through SASS HQ- we communicate to the hosting service and do what we can to facilitate the request.
I will have to contact them and ask them about Post #'s. If we can add them back, we will- but please understand that they are not software developers. Will do the best we can.
As Allie mentioned on another post... I cant read every thread or post either... if there is something like this that comes up - don't just "hope" I happen to see it. Please reach out to me directly at misty@sassnet.com
Misty Moonshine
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Press Release
January 30, 2017
The Single Action Shooting Society® Celebrates 30th Anniversary
The Single Action Shooting Society® (SASS) is pleased to recognize 2017 as its 30th Anniversary.
SASS was founded in 1987 as a membership organization with a mission to preserve and promote the sport of Cowboy Action Shooting™. Over the last 30 years, the Single Action Shooting Society has grown into an international organization, recognizing over 105,000 SASS memberships along the way.
SASS is the internationally recognized governing body for the wildly popular sport of Cowboy Action Shooting™, promulgating rules for safety and consistency in competitions across the globe. With over 600 Affiliated Clubs in 24 countries, SASS sanctions championship matches at all levels of competition, including State, Regional, Divisional, National, and the World Championship of Cowboy Action Shooting™, END of TRAIL®.
SASS members share a common interest in preserving the history of the Old West, a love of the cowboy era, single action firearms, and action-packed competitive shooting for all skill levels in a safe, fun, family-friendly environment. A true multi-generational organization and shooting sport, SASS and Cowboy Action Shooting™ have always been so much more than just a monthly shooting competition. For most members, SASS is not only a family tradition, it has become a way of life — a true SASS family.
SASS has come a long way since its origins and is a direct reflection of the membership who have joined with enthusiasm, expanding and keeping alive the joy of the game and its foundation of friendly competition — what we call Spirit of the Game. SASS credits much of its success to these individuals and groups who have contributed to the growth of the organization and the direction of Cowboy Action Shooting™ along the way.
As SASS reflects on the past 30 years, we look forward to the future with anticipation and excitement for the evolution and continued growth of the organization and the sport of Cowboy Action Shooting™. We look forward to many more years providing unparalleled resources and benefits to our members, supporting the shooting sports and firearms industry, and upholding our original mission — preserving and promoting the sport of Cowboy Action Shooting™.
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I am on here pretty often but did I miss something with Misty? Is she still around? Jim
Hi Jim No Horse!
Thanks for thinking of me, and for wondering about me. I'm around- and I'm not going anywhere!
Super busy with a million things, just back from SHOT show, and gearing up for the Great American Outdoor Show in PA. Lots of planning and coordination coming along for END of TRAIL, and a good long list of other things- always working to improve SASS, its events, programs, and member services! I haven't had much time to peruse the Wire Forum. I'm always "reachable" via my direct email: misty@sassnet.com.
Again- thanks for checking on me!
Misty
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Hello Everyone!
First off, thank you all so much for your time and for volunteering to help "man the booth"! At the Great American Outdoor Show.
I need to impose a deadline for any potential volunteers to get signed up so that I can make sure I have plenty of time to order exhibitor badges and parking passes for everyone- AND, to have enough time to get those mailed out to each of you before the show.
The deadline to sign up to volunteer to help is Thursday, January 5th, 2017.
If you are still on the fence about volunteering, please get signed up before this date. This is the only way I can guarantee I can get you an exhibitor badge (credentials for entry) and a parking pass!
Here is the link to the sign up module: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040f4da4ae2ca02-thegreat1
I've been pulling Volunteers names off of the sign up module, and if you've signed up already- THANK YOU!
Once I receive all of the badges and parking passes from the show, I will send them to you- and I will include important information about the show.
I look forward to seeing you all there!
Misty Moonshine -
Hi everyone!
A HUGE thanks to JS Sooner- he established an AWESOME sign up tool! If you are interested in helping out at the Show, you can follow this link:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040f4da4ae2ca02-thegreat1
Thank you again!
Misty -
I will contact those that I know have shown interest in working the event and request that they contact you. Put my name down! Thank you!!!!! I think this venue is a great place to recruit new members.
Awesome! Thank you so much!!
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Hi everyone!
SASS will be exhibiting at The Great American Outdoor Show scheduled to be held February 4-12, 2017 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
I will be flying out for the show, and I need SASS member/shooter volunteers to help me work the booth at the show.
A little about the show:
- World's largest consumer outdoor show
- 9 day show
- 650,000 sq. feet of exhibitions, 9 halls
- 200,000 attendees
If you have some time and would like to help me in the booth promoting the organization and the sport we all love so much, I would be extremely grateful for the help!
You can learn more about the show here: https://www.greatamericanoutdoorshow.org/
Please contact me directly at: misty@sassnet.com or call the office at 505-843-1320.
Thanks so much- this is going to be great exposure for SASS, Cowboy Action Shooting, and mostly.....FUN!!!
Misty Moonshine
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You didn't see the letter from SASS where they are now asking clubs to pay SASS for non members that shoot at their local matches.
Little Rob,
I haven't seen a letter from SASS where we are asking clubs to pay SASS for non members that shoot at local matches.... I'd sure like to see what you are referring to.
Misty
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The SASS® Organization
A few of SASS’ own members have recently stated, “What does SASS do for me?”, “What does SASS do as a “parent” organization… and even the statement “We don’t need SASS to play Cowboy Action Shooting™”…
While the latter statement may be true in the short term, it wouldn’t remain so for long without SASS® - and Cowboy Action Shooting™ wouldn’t be the recognizable or respected discipline it is today in the Shooting Sports and Firearms Industry if it weren’t for the direct efforts of the Single Action Shooting Society®.
At this critical time in our organization, I think it is important to illustrate what your membership in SASS means on a global scale- and list just some of the achievements SASS has championed on your behalf over the years. While being humble is an admirable quality, I think it is time to outline some of SASS’ accomplishments.
SASS® membership means different things to different people, and membership in SASS has both tangible and intangible benefits. In many ways, those intangible benefits outweigh the tangible benefits of a registered alias, a shooters badge, and member discounts.
Did you know?
- Colt SAA’s and their clones would be illegal in California if not for the direct efforts of SASS on your behalf.
- Without SASS, members in California would only be able to have rifles that are limited to hold 10 rounds only.
- SASS represents its members interests to protect gun rights:
- Testified before the California Senate Judiciary Committee on Firearms related legislation
- Testified before the California House Public Safety Committee on Firearms related legislation
- Testified before the United Nations General Assembly on the Treaty for Regulation of Small Arms and Light Weapons (currently titled The Arms Trade Treaty (ATT))
- Today’s wide variety and availability of Single Action Revolvers and Lever Action rifles is directly attributable to SASS and its success as an organization.
- SASS created and still creates and maintains a visible market that influences manufacturers.
- Ruger Vaqueros
- Marlin Rifles without a “micro-grooved” barrel
- There would never have been a need or desire for a .38 bullet weighing less than 158 gr.
- SASS members would have a difficult time finding competent gunsmiths to work on their guns (there were only a very small handful in the early 80s)
- Winchester quit putting the cannalure in their .45 LC brass and made it a smooth walled case so it would last longer.
- The quality and design of those firearms is immensely superior to those of yore- and while that’s largely due to the efforts of Boyd Davis (EMF) and Val Forgett (Navy Arms), their efforts would’ve been fruitless without the visible market that is the SASS Organization of members.
- Many retail giants in the industry (Midway, Dillon, Cabela’s, Brownell’s) stock and market Cowboy Action Shooting accessories, parts, etc. – a direct result of SASS’ influence.
- Internationally, many countries are signing on to the UN Arms Trade Treaty. Those countries will be expected to conform to the mandates of the treaty. SASS stands as the organization that invokes protection to ensure that SASS members and affiliated clubs are protected by definition- meaning their guns are protected.
- SASS membership affords members in many foreign countries to possess firearms that they otherwise could not legally own.
- SASS has had a profound effect on the way firearms and the shooting sports are viewed by many, including the press. Men, women and children dressed in 1890s clothing, shooting old time firearms presents an aura of FUN. That in turn has influenced other shooting sports, which have adopted the public approach of “shooting is a FUN, SAFE, pastime.” Even the National Shooting Sports Foundation advertises their First Shots program with an emphasis on FUN.
- SASS has been a member of the National Shooting Sports Foundation since its inception, and has helped develop many of their range programs.
Today we are seeing many of our traditions, much of our history, and many of our core values denigrated, devalued, and in some cases, simply erased. SASS stands for and promotes the preservation of those valued elements. If you think not, ask yourself why you like your SASS pards. Why do we all say you’ll “come for the shooting, but stay for the people”?
It is our mission to ensure SASS continues for many, many years. Not the least of reasons is our ability to pass on the history, the values, the camaraderie and good will exhibited in our game. SASS has worked diligently to provide a sport and an organization that your entire family can enjoy together. Steeped in core values you and every member of SASS teach the young ones by example. The core qualities of free men and a free nation should not be allowed to die. Every single SASS member should be introducing friends, family, and neighbors to SASS and influencing them to join. There is strength in numbers, and the larger we are the stronger and more influential we are. Every member should swell with pride to be part of SASS.
On behalf of the Founders of SASS and Cowboy Action Shooting- The Wild Bunch-
Misty Moonshine
PROUD member of The Single Action Shooting Society
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Forum Maintenance Scheduled**
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Hi everyone:
We have scheduled maintenance on the Wire Forum on Monday, August 12 at 10PM. The forum will be shut down during the maintenance so that the integrity of the forum and its HUGE amount of data is ensured.
Heads up- the Wire will be shut down at 10PM and will be back up and running as soon as the migration is complete.
Thanks in advance,
Misty Moonshine