AS2173 Inc.

Overview of AS2173

Ownership of AS2173

AS2173 is owned by BT Public Internet Service, which is a part of the BT Group plc, commonly referred to as British Telecom. BT is a multinational telecommunications services company with operations in around 180 countries.

Main Operational Activity of AS2173's Owner

The main operational activity of BT Group plc encompasses a wide range of telecommunications services including fixed-line services, broadband, mobile, and TV products and services as well as networked IT services. As a leading communications service provider, it caters to the needs of customers in the UK and across the globe.

Establishment of AS2173

The specific establishment date of AS2173 is not publicly documented in readily accessible resources. However, given that BT has been in operation for many decades, it is likely that AS2173 was established in the early days of public internet service provision.

Malicious Use of AS2173

Like any large network, AS2173 may occasionally be used by hackers or spammers with malicious intent. Networks owned by large telecom providers are particularly attractive targets due to the significant amount of traffic they handle. According to CleanTalk, a website that monitors and reports on spam and hacking activities, there could be incidents where parts of AS2173 were reported for malicious activities. This information can be verified and monitored through their blacklist checking tool for real-time data regarding any potential abuse emanating from AS2173.

Please note that the presence of an IP address or AS in a blacklist does not necessarily imply that the network owner endorses or ignores such behavior, but rather that it has been detected and reported by third parties. Network owners like BT often have abuse handling procedures in place to deal with such incidents when they occur.