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Find CTT Files

Finds exported MSN Messenger contact list files (.ctt) containing usernames and email addresses.

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Google Dork Query:

filetype:ctt "msn
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What It Does

This dork uses 'filetype:ctt' to locate MSN Messenger contact transfer files combined with 'msn' keyword. CTT files are exported contact lists from MSN/Windows Live Messenger that contain email addresses, display names, and contact group information. These files are sometimes accidentally uploaded or left on public web servers.

Common Use Cases

  • OSINT Email Harvesting: Discover email addresses and contact networks from accidentally exposed MSN Messenger contact exports.
  • Historical Data Research: Find legacy MSN Messenger contact data useful for tracing historical communication networks.
  • Data Leak Detection: Identify if your organization's contact lists have been inadvertently published on the internet.

How to Use Safely

  1. Execute the dork in Google to find indexed .ctt MSN contact files.
  2. Download and examine the contact file for email addresses and display names.
  3. Cross-reference discovered emails with breach databases to assess exposure.
  4. Report exposed contact files to the hosting site administrator for removal.

Responsible Use Required

This dork should only be used on systems you own or have explicit authorization to test. Unauthorized access to computer systems is illegal. Always follow ethical guidelines and obtain proper permission before testing.

TAGS

ctt

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