AS21744 WESTSTAR

Overview of AS21744

Ownership and Operational Activity

AS21744, also known as Automattic, Inc., is an autonomous system owned by Automattic. This company is well-known for its flagship product, WordPress.com, which provides hosting services for the popular WordPress content management system. The main operational activities of Automattic include web hosting, online publishing platforms, e-commerce solutions, and a variety of other internet services.

Establishment of AS21744

The specific establishment date of AS21744 is not publicly listed in standard AS information repositories. However, Automattic, Inc. was founded in August 2005, and it can be inferred that AS21744 would have been established around this time or shortly thereafter as the company expanded its online services.

Security Concerns and Abuse Reports

Like many large service providers, AS21744 may occasionally be used by malicious actors for hosting spam or deploying other types of cyber threats. However, Automattic has a strong reputation for managing security concerns and actively works to mitigate abuse occurring on its network. According to CleanTalk's database, there might be instances where AS21744 has been associated with spam or malicious activities. However, these incidents could likely be attributed to individual users or third parties exploiting Automattic's services rather than any direct involvement or negligence from the company itself.

To view details about the security status and potential misuse of AS21744, you can find specific reports and statistics on websites specializing in tracking blacklists and abuse incidents such as CleanTalk. These resources can provide real-time data on the IP addresses within AS21744 that may have been blacklisted due to suspicious activities.