[tor-bugs] #31206 [Applications/Tor Browser]: http://ip-check.info detects browser window size with JS disabled

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#31206: http://ip-check.info detects browser window size with JS disabled
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 Reporter:  cypherpunks               |          Owner:  tbb-team
     Type:  defect                    |         Status:  reopened
 Priority:  Medium                    |      Milestone:
Component:  Applications/Tor Browser  |        Version:
 Severity:  Critical                  |     Resolution:
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Comment (by cypherpunks):

 > Breaks a lot of sites

 So does disabling JS but when anonymity is top priority usability backs
 off. Having it as an option in "Safest" security level would fit.

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