Re: [tor-relays] Tor Advocacy, Political & Artistic

peripheral issues which are more subtle. Fortunately, using Tor Browser effectively isn't as difficult as some would suggest, once one gets a basic idea of managing identities and the like. All the best, Duncan On 28 December 2017 11:55:29 CET, Kenneth Freeman <kencf0...@riseup.net>

Re: [tor-relays] Individual Operator Exit Probability Threshold

dawuud: > >> I think it is worth remembering that there isn't evidence there is a >> global passive adversary at the moment, even if certain agencies and >> organizations clearly aspire to be one. > > Quite so. It is well established that these so called agencies do not > aspire to be passive.

Re: [tor-relays] Individual Operator Exit Probability Threshold

Hi Jonathan, Jonathan D. Proulx: > On Sat, Sep 23, 2017 at 02:36:00PM +0000, Duncan wrote: > :Hi Jonathan, > : > :Jonathan Proulx: > :> > :> To the initial question for a honest operator who's open about their > :> ownership and enters proper family membership data

Re: [tor-relays] Individual Operator Exit Probability Threshold

h are frequently thrown off the Tor network). Best, Duncan ___ tor-relays mailing list tor-relays@lists.torproject.org https://lists.torproject.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/tor-relays

Re: [tor-relays] Fwd: Your TOR [sic] node

Hi Dennis, In case you've been asleep under some accursed rock for the last couple of years, let's get some things straight: As benevolent Tor exit operators, we care a lot about our users' privacy. We choose to log as little as possible, and to ensure the security of the servers of our Tor

Re: [tor-relays] Rate setting in tor

at these settings apply to traffic both up and down - i.e. you'll get 2048 kilobytes/second up and 2048 kilobytes/second down. It's worth noting that there may be some confusion between kilobits/second and kilobytes/second. It is probably worth using external monitoring tools rat

Re: [tor-relays] OS diversity of tor relays (was Re: Relay uptime versus outdated Tor version)

ast adding to that, depending on where you live. Thanks for running a relay, Duncan ___ tor-relays mailing list tor-relays@lists.torproject.org https://lists.torproject.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/tor-relays

Re: [tor-relays] OS diversity of tor relays (was Re: Relay uptime versus outdated Tor version)

Firstly, a note of caution: I am not affiliated with the Tor project. Scott Bennett: Duncan <dguth...@posteo.net> wrote: In theory hot-patching kernels is a great idea. However, they're technically not loading a new kernel. Something like kexec in theory lets one load a new

Re: [tor-relays] Relay uptime versus outdated Tor version

In theory hot-patching kernels is a great idea. However, they're technically not loading a new kernel. Something like kexec in theory lets one load a new kernel. Furthermore, these hot-patching programs usually only support Linux. If we want to increase the diversity of the Tor network, as

Re: [tor-relays] New Here

Tor service. Best, Duncan ___ tor-relays mailing list tor-relays@lists.torproject.org https://lists.torproject.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/tor-relays

Re: [tor-relays] Fwd: Your TOR relay

Hi, I've realized the meaning of your "anonymous" DNS: I see you're also running two tor "exits". I write "exit" in inverted commas because you're only allowing port 53 open: 172.98.193.43 corresponds to https://atlas.torproject.org/#details/5E56738E7F97AA81DEEF59AF28494293DFBFCCDF

Re: [tor-relays] Fwd: Your TOR relay

Hi "Dennis", I'm all for nameservers aimed at anonymous usage, albeit run in a democratic and transparent manner. However, your mail is enough to arouse significant suspicion. One would suggest that a legitimate project like this would post to public Tor mailing lists or similar places. You

Re: [tor-relays] Who is running the two biggest Exits in the network?

am unsure how it demonstrates that we need known people to run relays. Best, Duncan. ___ tor-relays mailing list tor-relays@lists.torproject.org https://lists.torproject.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/tor-relays

Re: [tor-relays] Who is running the two biggest Exits in the network?

/29C92C854E0F6652A77F3A8B231D6932993969E8 https://atlas.torproject.org/#details/2CA4B2F36C2DDECFCB0B5A0D3300ED30E68E2D62 Paul Regards, Duncan. ___ tor-relays mailing list tor-relays@lists.torproject.org https://lists.torproject.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/tor

Re: [tor-relays] [tor-talk] TOR problems - seriously PLEASE HELP ME!

On 24.04.2017 12:30, Jonathan Marquardt wrote: On Mon, Apr 24, 2017 at 12:16:23PM +0200, unpublished wrote: 3. How to change the end node of the country (eg country from which I am POLAND)? Here's a simple guide on how to do that:

[tor-relays] Relay installation instructions

Hi I went to install a new relay today and found the guide on torproject.org had changed. I used to follow this page: https://www.torproject.org/docs/tor-relay-debian.html.en and where it says : If you're on Ubuntu or if you want to track newer Tor packages, follow the Tor on Ubuntu or Debian

Re: [tor-relays] Running Tor relay inside Qubes

Hi, There is no reason why this would not be possible. They are just VMs, after all. Certainly you'll get the isolation that VMs provide, but always keep in mind that nothing is infalliable. However, unless you have your personal computer on all the time (I certainly don't, since it is a waste

Re: [tor-relays] large server farms

Hi This seems like it would centralize some of the network. There are already concerns about regular data-centers being able to access Tor relays - someone malicious (yourself, someone compelling you, another party etc) could then have access to lots of Tor relays at once, for good or ill. Have

Re: [tor-relays] Current pluggable transport recommendation

I am interested in this as well. I am thinking of installing a new bridge on Digital Ocean in Singapore. Considering geographical location is there a preferred pluggable transport? P.S. I'm new to the list. Computer hobbyist. I've used Linux for 15+ years almost exclusively but I'm no where near

[tor-relays] Atlas - location of relay changed

the relay to change location listing like this? Thanks, Duncan ___ tor-relays mailing list tor-relays@lists.torproject.org https://lists.torproject.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/tor-relays

Re: [tor-relays] All I want for Chrismas is a bloody t-shirt

Indeed. In every Tor user there is a seething anarcho-capitalist. On 09/12/16 01:58, niftybunny wrote: Are there any “special” t-shirts for the 1%? markus Hi, Jon is distributing t-shirts and Christmas cheer this year. Have you been naughty or nice? And by the way, it's SanTor, not

Re: [tor-relays] Exit Node Geographical Location

in Africa and Asia should be a priority right now. Duncan On 8 December 2016 9:53:11 am GMT+00:00, Chris Adams <ch...@chrisada.co.uk> wrote: >Hello, > >I want to start up another exit node. I have a few choices for which >country it's in. I currently live in a country with

Re: [tor-relays] Is there a reason for all exit nodes being public?

> > >On Wed, Dec 7, 2016, at 23:45, Duncan Guthrie wrote: > >> The problem with Facebook is that their policies on real names >> somewhat goes against hiding from a repressive regime. Their terms >and >> conditions mandate that they kick people who use pseudonyms,

Re: [tor-relays] Is there a reason for all exit nodes being public?

, but people who have little to fear from using Tor. Duncan On 7 December 2016 3:20:05 pm GMT+00:00, Rana <ranaventu...@gmail.com> wrote: > > >-Original Message- >> From: tor-relays [mailto:tor-relays-boun...@lists.torproject.org] On >Behalf Of heartsucker >> Sent:

Re: [tor-relays] Exploiting firmware

What I was originally getting at was that the parts of the Raspberry Pi that are completely proprietary - while there is a free software implementation of the GPU blob, most people don't use that, as they are on stock Rasbian, which includes all the nasty "other parts" - are a great

Re: [tor-relays] Unwarranted discrimination of relays with dynamic IP

. This is hardly the case. Computers are so widespread that an old desktop system with even twice the power of the Pi can be had for buttons. There is no need to be rude about the suggestions that people on this list make. Duncan ___ tor-relays mailing list

Re: [tor-relays] Unwarranted discrimination of relays with dynamic IP

On 06/12/16 21:10, SuperSluether wrote: I don't know the actual numbers for the Raspberry Pi 1, I was just quoting from Duncan: https://lists.torproject.org/pipermail/tor-relays/2016-December/011182.html I was told this figure by a friend who tried networking "stuff" on a Pi. Fro

Re: [tor-relays] Unwarranted discrimination of relays with dynamic IP

. The ethernet port is basically held on by the equivalent of a piece of string! They're suitable for a small mail or web server, or some sort of network probe, but not really for any large application. Duncan ___ tor-relays mailing list tor-relays

Re: [tor-relays] 33C3 Ticket

All the information is on that page. You will get the quickest and most relevant support from the IRC channel. On 22 November 2016 00:25:24 GMT+00:00, Kevin Zvilt wrote: >I apologize for hijacking the thread. I just need to know how to >contact >the support team. > >On

Re: [tor-relays] Bug Log

Hi Kevin, If you need some support, there are lots of friendly and intelligent people on IRC - #tor on OFTC - who might be able to help you. You shouldn't have to wait too long for a response. -- Duncan On 18 November 2016 23:46:41 GMT+00:00, Kevin Zvilt <kevinzv...@gmail.com> wrot

Re: [tor-relays] cryptsetup some folders

Hi folks, I am not sure it is more secure. What are we trying to protect here? As long as the relay is running,it is unencrypted. Disk encryption only prevents physical access - are you at risk of this? At any rate, the relay shouldn't be storing personal data. Having it encrypted also

Re: [tor-relays] Research project - comparing abuse complaints on Tor exits to those of regular ISPs

Um, did you mean to reply to this thread? On 24 October 2016 15:32:08 BST, tor admin wrote: >On Mon, Oct 24, 2016 at 02:20:06PM +0200, Volker Mink wrote: >>Mine is running for close to two years now and i got 2 regular >complaints >>with specific accusation

Re: [tor-relays] Linux kernel vulnerability

Hi folks, I think this is a very extreme and unnecessary solution. While it is good to keep relays up, this may be unreliable. It is good to perform maintenance regularly, and reboots are often best. Also, it appears to be proprietary technology. I would not advise proprietary technology on a

Re: [tor-relays] Recommendation for DUMB COMPUTING devices for Tor Relays

Hi there, More likely, they just compromise your relay in runtime. Reflashing the boot firmware is theoretical, but due to the huge variation in the hardware running Tor, I am not convinced using such an exploit on vast numbers of computers is entirely practical. Since relays are up for

Re: [tor-relays] Tor and Diplomatic Immunity

Couldn't they run a regular relay node instead? This would help them blend in their traffic so to speak while also not having to put themselves at risk of being cut off. On 6 September 2016 04:47:41 BST, Dave Warren wrote: >On Mon, Sep 5, 2016, at 11:24, Kenneth Freeman