   [web] Recommendation for Forum Software php / mysql
  Heyyas,I'm looking for some a nice packaged forum system, and was wondering if anyone has any particular preferences?  I've got php and mysql to work with, which is generally pretty standard.  My problem is that I've got to find a system thats "secure" in the eyes of my server admin (its for a client of his).  He heavily frowns upon phpBB and Nuke, and it needs to be simple enough for a web newcomer to pick up administration easily (fast learner though).  And of course, cost - cheap or free is better.  The only other system I've used before was Simple Machines Forum, which was pretty painless, but I don't know how secure it is.  Trying to avoid installing a whole content management system (like Drupal) as well.I figured I'd ask here first and get people's recommendations before sifting through piles of security reports on various pieces of software, anyone have any ideas?Thanks,Rhalin   
  I think VBulletin is the best. After that I would say Invision Power Board.   ;  phpBB is only insecure if you don't apply your patches in a timely manner (much like say.... any other piece of software). Also, not installing mods improves security. The boards that the AP posted are generally percieved to be more secure, but both are payware. Unless you intend to pay for forum software, I suggest installing phpBB and register to the mailing list you you'll be notified of new versions.The problem with phpBB's security is that many people mod their boards and decide not to install the newer patches because they might break their mods.   ;Quote:Original post by SanderphpBB is only insecure if you don't apply your patches in a timely manner (much like say.... any other piece of software). Also, not installing mods improves security. The boards that the AP posted are generally percieved to be more secure, but both are payware. Unless you intend to pay for forum software, I suggest installing phpBB and register to the mailing list you you'll be notified of new versions.The problem with phpBB's security is that many people mod their boards and decide not to install the newer patches because they might break their mods.Makes sense, but honestly once I've set this up, the upkeep for this client is supposed to be very low, so keeping right up to date on patches might not be an option either (aside from patching during and shortly after the initial install)I'll keep looking around, but thanks for the insight guys =)   