Hi - I've just noticed that I have the ability to edit modules on my site - even when I'm not logged in.
This happens when I'm working from my principal Mac. It doesn't happen if Iog in from the PC.
www.leadbetters.co.uk/newsite
J3.3/Responsive template.
Is this something new in Joomla? Is it recognising my IP address?
Thanks
Ian

You must be logged in - are you building the site on the mac?

The ability to edit modules was J3.2 via the front end but I think the ability to edit must be the fact you are editing/building the site in the backend or are logged in

Cheers
Paul

Hi Paul - thanks for getting back to me.
All seems logical, but a bit frightening at first.
Our server has just been subject to a massive attack which caused all sorts of problems. I thought for a moment this might be one of them.
All sorted now though…
Thanks again
Ian

I've not used it to be honest - the whole idea makes me nervous

Sorry to hear about the server attack

Cheers
Paul

Can't avoid it - it's just there
I'll have a closer look tomorrow.
Thanks
Ian

Server attack is really scary. I was locked out of my WHM cPanel access because of the number of failed logins.
The mind boggles.
Ian

You should be able to disable the setting in Joomla config if you are worried

joomla4web.com/226-front-end-module-editing-in-joomla-3-2

Cheers
Paul

Thanks Paul - I shouldn't worry - at least not now I understand.
Another day, another challenge tomorrow
Ian

No problem

Onwards and upwards

Cheers
Paul

Ah - I've discovered a mouse-over edit option in global config where you can change the settings.
It must get activated if I'm working on the back end from the same computer.
Live and learn,
Ian

Yes I didn't know that either but think I disable front end editing on my sites I'm involved in

Cheers
Paul