Removal of version information?

[jelv]

At the foot of every page we have "Powered by SMF 1.1.2 | SMF © 2006-2007, Simple Machines LLC". If a new version is released to plug a security hole, and until the admin is able to apply the update, having the version information displayed advertises that the forums have not yet been updated.

Is it permitted under the license to remove the version information so that it just says "Powered by SMF | SMF © 2006-2007, Simple Machines LLC"? (obviously the part that says "SMF © 2006-2007, Simple Machines LLC" cannot be touched in any way).

[Bigguy]

No this is not permitted in anyway. If an update comes out to fix a security hole you are urged to update your forum as soon as possible.

[Dannii]

You're allowed to removed the version number. Change it in index.php

[jelv]

Thanks