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FTC vs. Open Relays, round 2

Posted by michael on from the drop-in-the-bucket dept.

mbrain writes "PC World is reporting on a new federal program run by the FTC to close relays and proxies that serve as spam gateways. It's called 'Operation Secure Your Server'. The FTC will publicize this program by... sending tens of thousands of emails." I think it's a continuation of this program.

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  1. Re:I foresee some problems with this... by TekPolitik · · Score: 5, Funny
    Getting a "your server is attracting the attention of our investigators" letter from a federal agency is probably enough...

    I can picture their email box now:

    His Excellency, Minister Okufla BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
    Suzy Come see my naked webcam
    Bill Gates Forward this message to receive $1000
    Lotteries Administrator You're a winner
    John Jones Credit Application Declined
    FBI Your server is attracting the attention of our investigators

    Yes sirree, they're going to be real sure to take that emailed warning seriously.