How to Quickly Encrypt Your Web Browsing Traffic When Connected to Public WiFi « Null Byte :: WonderHowTo

As we all know, security is a big thing here inNull Byte. We've talked quite a bit about ways to encrypt traffic and become anonymous on the internet, some of which entail using proxies,VPNs, andSSHtunnels. We've also talked about preference using SSL pages in practice for safe logins. These are all great protocols and tools, but aren't without their flaws and inconveniences.For example, when you are using public Wi-Fi, it is very inconvenient to open a terminal, connect to your shell, forward your traffic, and reconfigure all of your applications.Web proxieshave been a common practice as a simple way to encrypt and anonymize traffic, but this also is not without its flaws. The initial connection to the proxy isstillunencrypted and a lot of people don't even realize this, or they ignore its significance.For this Null Byte, we are going to use a cool tool made byMoxie Marlinspike(my hero) calledFiremole. Firemole creates an SSL-encrypted connection to a proxy, thus, all of your traffic becomes safe! Firemole is an add-on for the Mozilla Firefox browser.RequirementsMozilla FirefoxStep1Download & Install FiremoleFirst, let's start off by installing the plugin. Make sure you know where the file downloaded to.Download Firemole fromhere.Open Firefox.Navigate to the add-ons menu. This will differ depending on how you have your menu bar configured.Click the dropdown menu next to the search bar and selectInstall add-on from a file.Navigate to thefiremole.xpifile and install it.Step2Use Firemole to Connect to a ProxyHere's a vTutorial I made that will show you how to navigate the interface to get Firemole going.Please enable JavaScript to watch this video.With that done, you are set up with SSL connected proxies! No more need for SSH tunnels on-the-go. For Null Byte updates, follow me onTwitter. Also, feel free to join theIRCfor more information and chatter.Want to start making money as a white hat hacker?Jump-start your hacking career with our2020 Premium Ethical Hacking Certification Training Bundlefrom the newNull Byte Shopand get over 60 hours of training from cybersecurity professionals.Buy Now (90% off) >Other worthwhile deals to check out:97% off The Ultimate 2021 White Hat Hacker Certification Bundle99% off The 2021 All-in-One Data Scientist Mega Bundle98% off The 2021 Premium Learn To Code Certification Bundle62% off MindMaster Mind Mapping Software: Perpetual LicenseImage viaTech LiberationRelatedHow To:Stay Anonymous on Your Nexus 7How To:Boost Internet Speeds & Hide Your Browsing History from Your ISPHack Like a Pro:How to Keep Your Internet Traffic Private from AnyoneHack Like a Pro:Linux Basics for the Aspiring Hacker, Part 15 (Creating a Secure Tunnel to MySQL)How To:Bypass School Internet Filters to Unblock WebsitesHow To:Build a Pumpkin Pi — The Rogue AP & MITM Framework That Fits in Your PocketAndroid Security 101:How to Secure Your Communications & MessagesHack Like a Pro:How to Create a Nearly Undetectable Backdoor with CryptcatHow To:Your Phone's Biggest Security Weakness Is Its Data Connection — Here's How to Lock It DownHow To:Can't Log into Hotel Wi-Fi? Use This App to Fix Android's Captive Portal ProblemHow To:Enable Gaming Preferred Mode on Google Wifi or Nest Wifi for Smoother Stadia StreamingHow To:Bypass Filters, Firewalls, & Open Hotspot Restrictions on Your Galaxy Note 3How To:Create an SSH Tunnel Server and Client in LinuxHow To:Use Tortunnel to Quickly Encrypt Internet TrafficUncrackable File Sharing:Securely Transfer Your Secrets with 4096-Bit EncryptionHow To:Spy on the Web Traffic for Any Computers on Your Network: An Intro to ARP PoisoningNews:Anonymity, Darknets and Staying Out of Federal Custody, Part Four: The Invisible InternetHow To:Use Wireshark to Steal Your Own Local PasswordsHow To:Completely Mask & Anonymize Your BitTorrent Traffic Using AnomosHow To:Create a Free SSH Account on Shellmix to Use as a Webhost & MoreHow To:Get Free Wi-Fi from Hotels & MoreAnonymous Browsing in a Click:Add a Tor Toggle Button to ChromeNews:Anonymity, Darknets and Staying Out of Federal Custody, Part Two: Onions and DaggersHow To:Safely Log In to Your SSH Account Without a PasswordHow To:Chain VPNs for Complete AnonymityHowTo:Stay Safe Using Public WiFiMastering Security, Part 1:How to Manage and Create Strong PasswordsHow To:Remotely Control Computers Over VNC Securely with SSHMastering Security, Part 2:How to Create a Home VPN TunnelHow To:Chain Proxies to Mask Your IP Address and Remain Anonymous on the WebNews:iPhone 4 DetailsHow To:Prevent Social Networks from Tracking Your Internet ActivitiesNews:3 Unique Alternative Web Browsers for Your iOS DeviceAtomic Web:The BEST Web Browser for iOS Devices