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Discussion => Newbie discussion => Topic started by: garyoldman on September 29, 2013, 02:58 am

Title: Upgrade to TOR 2.4 for the most state of the art encryption
Post by: garyoldman on September 29, 2013, 02:58 am
In light of information contained in this article: 

http://boingboing.net/2013/09/07/90-percent-of-tor-keys-can-be.html

I would urge everyone to consider upgrading to TOR 2.4 BETA.  You can find it on the TOR project website here:

https://www.torproject.org/projects/torbrowser.html.en

Apparently, it is based on Elliptical Curve Diffie Hellman ciphers, which, as this article suggests, represents a strength of encryption beyond what even NSA can reach. 

The key is to have as may TOR users in the community as possible, particularly those who run RELAYS, get on the 2.4 protocol. 

Good luck and safe browsing!!!!
Title: Re: Upgrade to TOR 2.4 for the most state of the art encryption
Post by: cryngie on September 29, 2013, 03:14 am
Think you will find it says it is actually easier to crack but little to no time has been spent on cracking it as it wasn't in use
Title: Re: Upgrade to TOR 2.4 for the most state of the art encryption
Post by: monicabarratt on September 29, 2013, 03:46 am
Thanks for the tip. Upgrading now!