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Pro@programming.dev to Security@programming.devEnglish · 8 days ago

A Flaw With the Security Level Slider in Tor Browser

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A Flaw With the Security Level Slider in Tor Browser

www.privacyguides.org

Pro@programming.dev to Security@programming.devEnglish · 8 days ago
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  • cybersecurity@sh.itjust.works
  • cybersecurity@infosec.pub
PSA: The security level slider in Tor Browser (and Mullvad Browser) does not fully apply until restarting the browser. This presents a high risk to people who switch from Standard to Safer security during a browsing session in order to protect themselves from browser exploits.
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