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Is there a way to block browser JavaScript from executing commands that retrieve sensitive information from my local machine, while still allowing JavaScript that is only used for rendering web pages? (lemmy.world)

submitted 3 days ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/31859998

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As a security-conscious user, I've used NoScript since Firefox's early days, but its restrictive nature has become frustrating. I'm often forced to go unprotected just to access websites with multiple scripts running on different domains, which defeats the purpose of using NoScript and balances security and usability that it once provided.

Is there a way to block browser JavaScript from executing commands that retrieve sensitive information from my local machine, while still allowing JavaScript that is only used for rendering web pages?

greatly appreciate any insight

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/31859998

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

Even if you did block it, the fact that you blocked it is also trackable.. so it might actually single you out even more, and it'll still allow them to fingerprint your browser (you can test your fingerprint here).

It might make more sense to randomize / spoof the data so that it becomes inconsistent and useless so that you aren't identifiable.