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Reduced Functionality on UQs Drupal 7 Websites

12 August, 2026 at 4:07 AM AEST

CMS - ITS Drupal 7

Resolved after 844h 20m of downtime. 16 September, 2026 at 8:27 AM AEST

Due to enhanced security measures for Drupal 7 websites, authentication for these features and access to secure content is currently only available via UQ Wi-Fi or the UQ VPN.


Update Using the VPN is straightforward, and instructions for installing and using it are available on My.UQ: https://my.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/information-technology/working-remotely/vpn-virtual-private-network

Information about these changes has been sent to all Drupal Editors and Publishers via the Web Content Community channel and email. If you have not received it, please check your junk or spam folder. (11:54 AEST — Aug 19)

Resolution Due to enhanced security measures for Drupal 7 websites, authentication for these features and access to secure content is now only available via UQ Wi-Fi or the UQ VPN. (08:27 AEST — Sep 16)

Last updated: 12 August, 2026 at 4:07 AM AEST