online tracking that doesnt need cookies? online tracking that can identify your web browser even after you switch your IP address?
web browser fingerprinting is a tracking technique that can create unique identifiers based on the many software and hardware properties exposed by web browsers. advertisers can use these persistent identifiers to combine information from individual browsing sessions into detailed user profiles.
in this short talk, ill give a quick intro into browser fingerprinting and discuss fingerprinting attacks and mitigations. well take a look at the fundamentals behind fingerprinting attacks. well talk about what you can do to protect yourself while keeping the usefulness of your web browser.
the talk assumes no prior knowledge about fingerprinting, but also contains new information for people that already familiar with the topic.
im doing my phd in the research field of browser fingerprinting and want to share my knowledge with you. im looking forward to hearing your feedback.