On Tue, 26 Apr 2005 08:59:56 +1000
Kevin Saenz <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > Well, the "ns1" would make me think that they are running some sort
> > of DNS service on it.
> >
> > Have you tried an nmap scan to see what ports are open?
> >
> I wouldn't suggest a port scan. It is illegal to port scan another
> server without permission.
"CRIMINAL CODE ACT 1995
- SECT 476.2 Meaning of unauthorised access, modification or impairment
(1)
In this Part:
(a) access to data held in a computer; or
(b) modification of data held in a computer; or
(c) the impairment of electronic communication to or from a computer; or
(d) the impairment of the reliability, security or operation of any data
held on a computer disk, credit card or other device used to store data
by electronic means;
by a person is unauthorised if the person is not entitled to cause that
access, modification or impairment." Only (c) seems remotely relevant to
a port scan.
The offences are categorised as "serious" (ss 477.1, 2, 3) and "other"
(ss 478.1-4). In all cases, some nasty intent is required. Again, I
doubt that a port scan would qualify.
I'm not sure what other "computer" offences there are, so this is not
definitive.
Cheers,
Alan
>
> > What's the big deal anyway?
> >
> >
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