On Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 9:14 PM, John R. Levine <johnl@iecc.com> wrote:
I'm not yet convinced about the relevance of WHOIS data which I believe has to be correct but kept private if the registrant makes the choice.
I know people who use WHOIS info to deal with scams and frauds on a daily basis. If you're saying that we're lying, it's hard to have a discussion.
I'm not saying that you or anybody in particular is lying, and I agree that any information that can be legally obtained to deal with scams/fraud, including WHOIS data is a valid source. The original subject clearly states that the WHOIS data was the enabling factor to unmask this particular group, that affirmation is what does not convince me.
The current WHOIS rules say that the WHOIS info has to be correct. The various WHOIS privacy services list debatably "correct" info.
Then what's all the fuss about ? who is breaking the rules ? Regards Jorge