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2000 Tech Tip: Finding Site Contacts

White Paper
This tech tip describes contact methods, converting between domain names and IP numbers, finding contact information based on domain names and also IP numbers.
Publisher

Software Engineering Institute

Abstract

The ability to contact sites is an important step in responding to computer security incidents. It allows you to exchange information about security incidents, better understand intruder activity, become aware of potential vulnerabilities, and improve security at your site. Contacting a site may also help them become aware of a previously unknown security incident and respond appropriately. Ultimately, contacting sites to discuss security incidents helps to improve computer security for the entire Internet community.