Re: Isn't spam a ISP issue?

On Mar 18, 2013, at 1:03 AM, Kurt M wrote:
> If any account is limited to, say 100 addresses in a mail, they need to put in
> more time sending out, not getting the outflow they wish. If integrated in the
> SMTP rfc, it doesnt matter if malware using an innocent, stolen accounts or
> what ever. If a limit in the smtp stack to number of addresses, someone will
> see misuse faster, for instant notifying a person, that his/her PC tries to
> mail more than allowed.

Botnetted machines are already sending out 5 - 10 emails to single addresses and then stopping and moving on to the next botted machine or compromised mail account.

This method of control has already been defeated. 

laura

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