File lockers providing backdoor access to the FBI etc - GoFuckYourself.com

Socks · 07-25-2012, 10:43 AM

I know for a fact that file lockers and hosts are routinely asked by the FBI and other three letter organizations to give them full backdoor access to their servers, and in return get preferential "buddy" treatment ie: being left alone and not harassed by law enforcement.

I also know that all of these services would be stupid to refuse, and they basically always grant access to such requests.

I think a lot of the users of these sites are unaware of this, and would be offended to know about the "deals with the devil" that the site owners make, throwing their users and their privacy under the bus to keep the bus rolling and the funds coming in.

Maybe something for AdultKing et al to bring up. I wrote to TorrentFreak asking them to do an article about this, we'll see if they do.

BIGTYMER · 07-25-2012, 10:46 AM

I guess Kim Dotcom said no to them?

Just a joke.

Paul Markham · 07-25-2012, 10:46 AM

I know for a fact. so who told you this, J. Edgar Hoover?

Socks · 07-25-2012, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Paul Markham

I know for a fact. so who told you this, J. Edgar Hoover?

I've seen it first hand. You don't have to believe me, but you could infer it anyway since it's obvious and logical.

And it was the ghost of Jim Morrison who told me.

Harmon · 07-25-2012, 11:15 AM

lucas131 · 07-25-2012, 11:19 AM

there have been busts cause rapidshare shared some info with fbi years ago, nothing new on the internet

alf6300 · 07-25-2012, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Socks

Maybe something for AdultKing et al to bring up. I wrote to TorrentFreak asking them to do an article about this, we'll see if they do.

I fear it is PR-wise counterproductive to send a message like: "File lockers routinely work with law-enforcement to isolate bad apples".

CurrentlySober · 07-25-2012, 11:24 AM

i like backdoor access...

DWB · 07-25-2012, 11:43 AM

I wouldn't be surprised if a few did. But it doesn't do them a lot of good to publicize that info.

Markul · 07-25-2012, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by CurrentlySober

i like backdoor access...

Providing one or using one?

CurrentlySober · 07-25-2012, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Markul

Providing one or using one?

Either / Or...

At my age, I cant be fussy...

You offering? PM me !

Woot Woot!!!

Barefootsies · 07-25-2012, 01:24 PM

I do not call government issued 'subpoenas' on specific client(s) being a "buddy" of any kind.

I believe it's called legal compliance.

Hermes · 07-25-2012, 01:59 PM

Um, I think that can happen with pretty much any site. How about read their terms...

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Legal Disclaimer

FilesTube cooperates with government and law enforcement officials and private parties to enforce and comply with the law. We will disclose any information about You to government or law enforcement officials or private parties as we, in our sole discretion, believe necessary or appropriate to respond to claims and legal process (including without limitation subpoenas), to protect the property and rights of FilesTube or a third party, to protect the safety of the public or any person, or to prevent or stop activity we consider to be illegal or unethical.

khorosho · 07-25-2012, 04:25 PM

Of course they do, nobody wants to get the FBI on their ass for hosting CP

helterskelter808 · 07-25-2012, 05:02 PM

I assumed the entire point of his post was that the Feds were (according to him) provided with permanent access without the need for a court order.

mce · 07-25-2012, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by CurrentlySober

At my age, I cant be fussy...

Bring lube

AdultKing · 07-25-2012, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Socks

Maybe something for AdultKing et al to bring up. I wrote to TorrentFreak asking them to do an article about this, we'll see if they do.

I can't make any comment on this or anything related to operational matters involving Copy Control or other authorities that may or may not be involved in the mitigation of piracy.

Socks · 07-25-2012, 07:05 PM

Yes exactly, permanent access, no court order.

Aidoru · 07-27-2012, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Socks

Yes exactly, permanent access, no court order.

Scary stuff

07-25-2012, 10:43 AM	#1
Socks Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: May 2002 Location: Toronto Posts: 8,475	File lockers providing backdoor access to the FBI etc I know for a fact that file lockers and hosts are routinely asked by the FBI and other three letter organizations to give them full backdoor access to their servers, and in return get preferential "buddy" treatment ie: being left alone and not harassed by law enforcement. I also know that all of these services would be stupid to refuse, and they basically always grant access to such requests. I think a lot of the users of these sites are unaware of this, and would be offended to know about the "deals with the devil" that the site owners make, throwing their users and their privacy under the bus to keep the bus rolling and the funds coming in. Maybe something for AdultKing et al to bring up. I wrote to TorrentFreak asking them to do an article about this, we'll see if they do.

07-25-2012, 10:46 AM	#3
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07-25-2012, 01:24 PM	#12
Barefootsies Choice is an Illusion Industry Role: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Land of Obama Posts: 42,635	I do not call government issued 'subpoenas' on specific client(s) being a "buddy" of any kind. I believe it's called legal compliance. __________________ Should You Email Your Members? Link1 \| Link2 \| Link3 Enough Said. "Would you rather live like a king for a year or like a prince forever?"

07-25-2012, 10:46 AM	#2
BIGTYMER Junior Achiever Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Walled Garden Posts: 17,066	I guess Kim Dotcom said no to them? Just a joke.

07-25-2012, 11:19 AM	#6
lucas131 ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 11,475	there have been busts cause rapidshare shared some info with fbi years ago, nothing new on the internet

07-25-2012, 11:43 AM	#9
DWB Registered User Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Encrypted. Access denied. Posts: 31,779	I wouldn't be surprised if a few did. But it doesn't do them a lot of good to publicize that info.

07-25-2012, 04:25 PM	#14
khorosho Registered User Industry Role: Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 73	And why does this surprise you? Of course they do, nobody wants to get the FBI on their ass for hosting CP

07-25-2012, 05:02 PM	#15
helterskelter808 So Fucking Banned Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 3,405	I assumed the entire point of his post was that the Feds were (according to him) provided with permanent access without the need for a court order.

07-25-2012, 07:05 PM	#18
Socks Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: May 2002 Location: Toronto Posts: 8,475	Yes exactly, permanent access, no court order.