[WikiEN-l] Wikipedia Freedom Fighters?

[Charles Matthews]

David Gerard wrote:
> On 28 March 2010 17:18, William Pietri <william at scissor.com> wrote:
>
>   
>> I just received an odd email suggesting I hand over my admin account to
>> the "Wikipedia Freedom Fighters". I see that they did something similar
>> back in May. Whether this is an actual effort or just a way to stir up
>> trouble, I dunno -- the content was ridiculous enough that I figure it's
>> probably trolling -- but I figured I'd mention it.
>>     
>
>
> Indeed. Best filed with any other phishing or trolling.
>
>   
Goes like this:

"As an advanced user here at wikipedia, I am sure you are familiar with 
the corruption and bureaucracy that exists at every level, with the site 
effectively being run by a clique of editors who are only looking out 
for their own interests. Heck, maybe you are one of them! Hopefully 
though you are not, and would be willing to help us restore fairness and 
integrity to the project...

We are currently expanding our portfolio of administrator accounts and perhaps you could consider sharing yours with us - to do so will take you only two minutes: change the password (if desired) and then reply to this email with your login details. We'll do the rest!

Thank you for your time and consideration, and naturally do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions."

That's an onsite mail, from the account of User:Goldfishhunting who has been blocked.

Charles