Can calls over networks such as Skype and Vonage be subject to wiretaps (legals taps for which a warrant has been issued or illegal taps such as those currently being carried out by the CIA in violation of FISA or dubious programs, such as UKUSA's ECHELON)? Is this technologically possible?
2007-01-14 08:13:09 · 4 answers · asked by l0st 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Correction: The current domestic spying program in the United States is being carried out by the NSA, with the use of intelligence from the CIA.
2007-01-14 08:15:16 · update #1
Yes it is. There is a requirement in the standards for both VOIP and DSL to allow tapping. I am sure cable services have the same requirements. Assume that the government can monitor both your voice (cell, voip, landline, cable, voice over dsl) and your internet services. The government has the full cooperation of your provider at all times.
2007-01-14 08:23:17 · answer #1 · answered by snarkysmug 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
VoIP programs are anything but secure. As a hacker can access your hard drive, one can access your IP and monitor exactly what you say. It's a more advanced form of using packets.
If someone had the desire and resources to, anyone could hear what you say.
2007-01-14 08:16:57 · answer #2 · answered by The Savage Jaw 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a subscriber, you can ask your phone provider for that information. Some phone companies will require proof of need for that information, such as a police report proving that you are being harassed. Tracing VOIP calls are difficult, but any information your phone provider has can be given to you.
2016-05-24 01:10:11 · answer #3 · answered by Lois 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they can and very easily.
2007-01-14 08:21:31 · answer #4 · answered by r1b1c* 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋