Re:That will go over well. (Score 1)

The truth is it would be possible to steal a domain name, I know that a person can fax in a drivers license and get the authentication. If the Rep feels that something is fishy he will call the contact listed in the WhoIs. They still cannot change the name of the owner and the owner overrules everyone else. Then if the owner comes along and says the name has been hijacked, he too can fax in and have it changed back, then if you end up with 2 parties screaming foul and faxing in. (rarely happens, as the bad guy will always step down as this is illegal, The name will be put on hold awaiting a court order) The rightfull owner then can have the name put on whats known as a hold-lock, (only after a known breakin attempt) this is done via the BAO Bus. Affairs Office. At this point no one can make a change to the record without NSI getting back to the registrant first. This system seems to be regulated by the long arm of the law and has proved pretty effective.