Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

Yes, but the phrasing about being "more proactive" seems to suggest that perhaps this approach has now been adjusted.

However, according to Bugzilla [0] it seems to be about blocking HTTP downloads on all pages compared to previously only blocking HTTP downloads on HTTPS pages, and then someone tweaked the wording to add the sinister-sounding part about being "more proactive".

[0] https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1877195#c12



Consider applying for YC's Fall 2025 batch! Applications are open till Aug 4

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: