Files on Web-hosting reference by P2P site!?

Elite777 · 07-01-2008, 10:05 AM

I have a web-hosting I use to host files that I generally use for private use. I don't intend on having the files distributed to random people. The purpose of the files is for me to be able to access them through another system at a different location when I don't have access to my external drives. I generally use the files for troubleshooting purposes.

I currently have the CHMOD for my web-hosting set so anyone can view the web directory and grab the files from there. I forgot one of my sub-directories so I did a google search on a URL with a similar syntax to find my sub-directories files advertised through a pirating site. I have some software uploaded then I have full-rights to yet they are listed in a pirating site for ANYONE to access.

Not only is this an invasion to my privacy but it also eat's up my allowed bandwith. If I set the CHMOD to prompt for a password on folder access (Assuming this is possible) will the files no longer be accessible through the pirating site?

Thank you for any and all help.

**Fox** · 07-01-2008, 11:05 AM

Making those files non-public and requiring a password for the directory listing should take care of things.

Elite777 · 07-01-2008, 11:22 AM

Alright, thank you for your help.

Just out of curiosity, is it legal for a site/company to offer links to download your private files like that? Not only is it enfringing upon my rights but also my bandwith...

**Fox** · 07-01-2008, 11:45 AM

Honestly, I think this would be a legal grey area, since your 'private' files, weren't technically private since you were hosting them publicly on the internet. I don't think it would count under any hacking or theft, but you could definitely get them on copyright infringement, since even hotlinking to a copyrighted image is grounds for a civil suit.

If they continue to host these files against your will, you can send them a DMCA takedown notice, and if this is losing you money, you could potentially sue them.

Elite777 · 07-01-2008, 12:16 PM

Alright, I appreciate your help and support. I will be sure to alter the CHMOD and if the issue still persists I will go down the route you suggested.

Thank you.

07-01-2008, 10:05 AM	#1 (permalink)
Elite777 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 34 OS: Windows XP Service Pack 2 My System	Files on Web-hosting reference by P2P site!? I have a web-hosting I use to host files that I generally use for private use. I don't intend on having the files distributed to random people. The purpose of the files is for me to be able to access them through another system at a different location when I don't have access to my external drives. I generally use the files for troubleshooting purposes. I currently have the CHMOD for my web-hosting set so anyone can view the web directory and grab the files from there. I forgot one of my sub-directories so I did a google search on a URL with a similar syntax to find my sub-directories files advertised through a pirating site. I have some software uploaded then I have full-rights to yet they are listed in a pirating site for ANYONE to access. Not only is this an invasion to my privacy but it also eat's up my allowed bandwith. If I set the CHMOD to prompt for a password on folder access (Assuming this is possible) will the files no longer be accessible through the pirating site? Thank you for any and all help.

07-01-2008, 11:05 AM	#2 (permalink)
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07-01-2008, 11:22 AM	#3 (permalink)
Elite777 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 34 OS: Windows XP Service Pack 2 My System	Re: Files on Web-hosting reference by P2P site!? Alright, thank you for your help. Just out of curiosity, is it legal for a site/company to offer links to download your private files like that? Not only is it enfringing upon my rights but also my bandwith...

07-01-2008, 11:45 AM	#4 (permalink)
Fox TSF Enthusiast Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: NJ Posts: 7,752 OS: XP Pro, CentOS My System	Re: Files on Web-hosting reference by P2P site!? Honestly, I think this would be a legal grey area, since your 'private' files, weren't technically private since you were hosting them publicly on the internet. I don't think it would count under any hacking or theft, but you could definitely get them on copyright infringement, since even hotlinking to a copyrighted image is grounds for a civil suit. If they continue to host these files against your will, you can send them a DMCA takedown notice, and if this is losing you money, you could potentially sue them. __________________ Antec Neo Power 500W, ABIT IP35-E, Intel E2180@2.66Ghz, Corsair XMS2 2x1GB DDR2-800, PNY 8800GT, 320GB Seagate * lazy college student alert *- If I've inadvertently ignored a thread, please Let me know about it Have I helped you solve your problem? Donate to Techsupportforums Klart Skepp!

07-01-2008, 12:16 PM	#5 (permalink)
Elite777 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 34 OS: Windows XP Service Pack 2 My System	Re: Files on Web-hosting reference by P2P site!? Alright, I appreciate your help and support. I will be sure to alter the CHMOD and if the issue still persists I will go down the route you suggested. Thank you.