Communications with contractor Netsential (Wisconsin Statewide Intelligence Center)
Multi Request | Communications with contractor Netsential |
Submitted | July 23, 2020 |
Est. Completion | None |
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Communications
From: Jacob Silverman
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the Wisconsin Open Records Act, I hereby request the following records:
All electronic communications, including emails, with Netsential, a Texas-based web hosting firm that contracts with local law enforcement, the FBI, and DHS. Netsential was recently the source of the hacked data known as BlueLeaks. I am especially seeking information about contracts Netsential has received to create and maintain websites and other digital services for the FBI, FBI-affiliated organizations, LE, and various intelligence fusion centers. Please also search for communications with Stephen Gartrell, the founder of Netsential.
Relevant news articles/links:
https://krebsonsecurity.com/2020/06/blueleaks-exposes-files-from-hundreds-of-police-departments/
https://netsential.com/
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.
In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 10 business days.
Sincerely,
Jacob Silverman
From: Wisconsin Statewide Intelligence Center
Good afternoon:
Please see the attached response to your request.
Thank you,
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Ashley Hein | Program & Policy Analyst
State of Wisconsin Department of Justice
Office of Open Government
17 W. Main Street
Madison, WI 53703
heinam@doj.state.wi.us
Phone: (608) 267-2220
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