Integration with vBulletin - Flashchat Integration for vB 3.6

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Flashchat integration with vBulletin 3.6

Note:
Standard Flashchat includes a version of my vBulletin integration as part of the Tufat supplied files - including a working vBulletin 3.6 CMS file. However, the standard files do not include Direct Usergroup Integration or other extra's like the WOL Display & Flashchat on a vBulletin page. This Integration Mod adds those features


Standard vB 3.6 integration features

* Authorised members are automatically logged in.
* Automatic login works even if a member has not ticked "remember me".
* All non authorised members are locked out (this and the above are based on usergroup membership).
* If enabled, Flashchat updates the users session location (displayed in various vBulletin online location displays such as WOL).
* Real ip detection when a proxy server is used (only if the proxy server passes on the details).
* Permanant, Private Rooms are loaded by Admins and Moderators (allows for Staff Rooms).

Extra's added by this modification

* Direct login to a room.
* The WOL will correctly display Flashchat as the location (not 'Unknown Location')
* Flashchat can be displayed embedded inside a 'standard' vBulletin Page (i.e. not full screen).
* Direct Usergroup Integration - a section is added to each usergroup in the ACP Usergroup Manager to set the Flashchat permissions for that group.
* The plugin will try to automatically add a link to Flashchat in your Quick Links or Navbar - this feature can be disabled if you wish.
* The automatic link can have a prefix path defined - useful if you use something like CMPS.


More notes:

* This integration is for Flashchat versions 4.7.x and above.
* The automatic link feature may fail if you have customised templates.
* For Flashchat inside a vBulletin page you need to link to .../misc.php?do=flashchat
* This modification does not add any links to Flashchat Administration in the ACP.
* You can set all members to login direct to particular room via the ACP.
* You can also add a room parameter to the url - i.e. .../misc.php?do=flashchat&room=3
* 3.56 onwards has extra code to cope with VBs CSRF protection, which interferes with profile linking (vb 3.6.10+).

The CMS file assumes that you are installing Flashchat in your forum root folder - this is the same folder as your usercp.php file and includes folder. Installation will fail if you do not do this.

Support: Please check the instructions, and make sure you have uploaded any files to the correct location - the vast majority of problems reported are due to an error made in editing or uploading files. If you are still stuck and want me to take a look then feel free to PM me your site address, an admin user, and ftp access details, without these I cannot help you. I will look when I have time.

Finally, I am not Tufat.com or Flashchat Support - if you have questions about Flashchat, their forums are here.


To use the this upgraded integration simply download and unzip the file, then follow the instructions in the text file. Once installed, the Flashchat userlevel options for each usergroup will appear in the ACP usergroup edit screens - editing of the CMS file will no longer be required.



History:

v3.01 : First version for vb 3.6 (not released).
v3.02 : Various code changes, first public release.
v3.02A : Minor bug fixes to WOL Display.
v3.02B : Dependancies updated for 3.6.0 Gold.
v3.03 : Minor fix to Get User for membergroupids, some SQL changes.
v3.03A : Updated for Version Checking.
v3.04 : Security (anti-hacking) code added (as supplied by Darren).
v3.05 : Usergroup settings moved to top of CMS file.
v3.06 : Fixed error message when accessing chat admin area.
v3.07 : Default role changed.
v3.08 : Minor bug fix to Avatar detection, login code changes, tidy up.

v3.50 : Beta release with direct usergroup integration.
v3.51 : First full release with direct usergroup integration.
v3.52 : No Access and Banned split into separate permissions.
v3.53 : Minor changes - includes disabling the utf8 functions if the F/C config option is false.
v3.53A : Internal updates, not released.
v3.53B : Internal updates, not released.
v3.53C : Add ability for member to do direct to a room (other than the Flashchat default).
v3.53D : Defaults on first install updated.
v3.54 : Option for link path prefix added.
v3.55 : Minor changes to install code only.
v3.56 : Code added to allow profile views when CSRF protection is active.
v3.57 : CSRF Code changed.

[NeitherSparky]

Originally Posted by Paul M

They are not logging out correctly, but just closing their browser (and have pop-ups blocked, preventing the alternative logout code running).

Ah, I was wondering! :P

[keithsan]

I upgraded to 3.6.4
flashchat is up and working as usual (not upgraded)

I'm installing a newskin that did not adapt the flaschat button in the navbar.
(i want this to be my default skin)

anyone have a quick link or opinion on best way to do this, flashchat is mainly used m-f not weekends. so i have a little time in the next 2 days. TIA.

[crashtd]

i've got extra usergroups, how do i modify the CMS to allow them access? (they're getting the wrong login error message when they try to access the chatroom).

[crashtd]

nevermind, brainfart...

great hack Paul, thanks for all the hard work.

[fxs158]

I installed this hack, working great. I have a couple qustions, is there a way to remove the default chat/index.php I would like to use strictly the integrated chat.

Also I am aware that you did not write the flaschat software but maybe someone can answer this question. I am concerned that if someone not logged in tries to log in, they could use a dictionary attack since I do not think this software stops someone from multiple log in attempts like vbulletin does. Any way around this?

[Paul M]

I would imagine you could just delete the chat/index.php if you want.

AFAIK, There is no way to stop someone attempting a dictionary attack via an integrated Flashchat installation other than using passwords that are not found in a dictionary - it has no limiting/lockout code like vb itself.

[fxs158]

Originally Posted by Paul M

I would imagine you could just delete the chat/index.php if you want.

AFAIK, There is no way to stop someone attempting a dictionary attack via an integrated Flashchat installation other than using passwords that are not found in a dictionary - it has no limiting/lockout code like vb itself.

Thanks for the prompt reply!

[category]

is it ok if flashchat in a differnt database?

[Paul M]

No, that won't work.

[Greek Wizard]

Paul, I know this is not the right place to ask, but do you use, or recommend the SpeedChat addon?

I have to make a decision in a few days regarding either keeping or removing the Flashchat, and would appreciate the advice of if I should try that first before getting rid of it