Can Proxy Servers Truly Protect Your Identity?

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Local IP addresses assigned by ISPs are stored, but when using a proxy server, the situation changes regarding identity protection. While proxies can provide anonymity, there is no absolute guarantee of protection, as various methods can lead to identity leaks and traceability back to the user. Anonymity is considered a feature of the system, with tools like The Onion Router (TOR) enhancing privacy through encrypted communication and multiple forwarding nodes. However, the use of compromised machines as proxies by hackers highlights potential vulnerabilities in the system. Engaging in illegal activities while using proxies raises ethical concerns and legal risks, emphasizing that forums are not appropriate venues for such discussions.
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Well a common question arises out of my mind that Local IP addresses assigned by ISP are stored...that's ok...But happens when I connect myself to a Proxy server...My identity is protected..isn't it...So even if I do something wrong I won't be prosecuted as because the convict is the proxy server and prosecuting them would be another problem as they belong to different nation...What do you people say?
 
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I say that if you are planning on doing something illegal, this forum is not the place to get advice about it.
 
justwild said:
Well a common question arises out of my mind that Local IP addresses assigned by ISP are stored...that's ok...But happens when I connect myself to a Proxy server...My identity is protected..isn't it...

There's no such guarantee and depends on the proxy. There are many ways in which your identity can leak and allow the proxied requests to be traced back to you.
 
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I say that if you are planning on doing something illegal, this forum is not the place to get advice about it.

I am not...I am just thinking how vulnerable the system is...
 
justwild said:
I am not...I am just thinking how vulnerable the system is...

Anonymity is not a vulnerability of the system, it's a feature that many are actually fighting to protect.

It's also nothing new, for instance The Onion Router forwards requests through member nodes using encrypted communication to not only hide the source address but to reduce or eliminate traceability.

Additionally, hackers often use compromised machines as proxies for further attacks, for the same reason.
 

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