http://www.ajc.com/metro/content/metro/gwinnett/stories/2007/09/26/computer_0927.html By Rhonda Cook The Atlanta Journal-Constitution 09/26/07 A Norcross man pleaded guilty Wednesday to tampering with a telecommunications system operated by Cox Communications and shutting off access to 911 emergency service for customers who depend on regional data centers in Dallas, Las Vegas, New Orleans and Baton Rouge, La., according to federal documents. William Bryant, 38, admitted he remotely shut down portions of the Cox Communications computer and telecommunications system May 6 after he was asked to resign. For almost two hours, some Cox customers could not make emergency telephone calls, according to information provided in court. Cox Communications and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution are both owned by Cox Enterprises. "It's unfortunate that this happened, but it is a testament to our acumen as a telecom provider and [Internet service provider] that our security and engineering teams were able to resolve this quickly before any negative impact to our customers," Cox Communications spokesman David Graybert said. "As always in cases such as this, we cooperate fully with authorities." Bryant will be sentenced Dec. 13. He could be fined up to $250,000 and sentenced to up to 10 years in prison. __________________________________________________________________ CSI 2007 is the only conference that delivers a business-focused overview of enterprise security. It will convene 1,500+ delegates, 80 exhibitors and features 100+ sessions/seminars providing a roadmap for integrating policies and procedures with new tools and techniques. Register now for savings on conference fees and/or free exhibits admission. - www.csiannual.com
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