Tor exit relay stops working when enabling IPv6, works again if disabled

1. Do Tor relays support IPv6?
2. How does a Tor relay work?
3. How do I set exit node in Tor?
4. What is an exit relay?
5. Should IPv6 be enabled or disabled?
6. Is IPv6 worth enabling?
7. Should I run a Tor relay?
8. Is Tor better than a VPN?
9. Who maintains Tor relays?
10. Can ISP block Tor?
11. Can Tor be traced?
12. What is Tor exit node blocking?
13. Can you DDoS someone with IPv6?
14. What is not compatible with IPv6?
15. Does DD WRT support IPv6?
16. What protocols does Tor support?
17. How many years can you go to jail for Ddosing?
18. Is it OK to disable IPv6 on router?
19. Is Ddosing a serious crime?

Do Tor relays support IPv6?

Tor has partial support for IPv6 and we encourage every relay operator to enable IPv6 functionality in their torrc configuration files when IPv6 connectivity is available. For the time being Tor will require IPv4 addresses on relays, you can not run a Tor relay on a host with IPv6 addresses only.

How does a Tor relay work?

Tor relays are also referred to as "routers" or "nodes." They receive traffic on the Tor network and pass it along. Check out the Tor website for a more detailed explanation of how Tor works. There are three kinds of relays that you can run in order to help the Tor network: middle relays, exit relays, and bridges.

How do I set exit node in Tor?

Open the folder where you have installed Tor, browse through browser > Tor browser > Tor > data. There you will find a file named "torrc." Open the file with Notepad. At the end of the document, on a new line, write this: ExitNodes US. For example, if you want your exit node to be in China, type CN.

What is an exit relay?

The exit relay is the final relay in a Tor circuit, the one that sends traffic out to its destination. The services Tor clients are connecting to (website, chat service, email provider, etc) will see the IP address of the exit relay instead of the real IP address of the Tor user.

Should IPv6 be enabled or disabled?

Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) is a mandatory part of Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 and newer versions. We do not recommend that you disable IPv6 or its components. If you do, some Windows components may not function. We recommend using Prefer IPv4 over IPv6 in prefix policies instead of disabling IPV6.

Is IPv6 worth enabling?

When possible, it is better to keep both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses enabled. For example, using only IPv6 can cause some accessibility issues, as only about one third of the internet supports IPv6 addresses. Likewise, disabling IPv6 can cause certain problems, especially if your router is already using an IPv6 address.

Should I run a Tor relay?

By running a Tor relay you can help make the Tor network: faster (and therefore more usable) more robust against attacks. more stable in case of outages.

Is Tor better than a VPN?

Tor is better than a VPN for the following: Anonymously accessing the web – It's almost impossible to trace a Tor connection back to the original user. You can safely visit a website without leaving any identifying evidence behind, both on your device and on the website's server.

Who maintains Tor relays?

Tor (aka The Onion Router) is software that allows users to browse the web anonymously by encrypting and routing requests through multiple relay layers or nodes. This software is maintained by the Tor Project, a nonprofit organization that provides internet anonymity and anti-censorship tools.

Can ISP block Tor?

An ISP can block direct use of Tor, but cannot block the use of Tor through VPNs. There even exist VPN-like services specialized to use Tor: Tor bridges.

Can Tor be traced?

Although your internet traffic is encrypted on Tor, your ISP can still see that you're connected to Tor. Plus, Tor cannot protect against tracking at the entry and exit nodes of its network. Anyone who owns and operates the entry node will see your real IP address.

What is Tor exit node blocking?

The Tor Exit Node Blocking service (Fireware v12. 8.1 and higher and Fireware v12. 5.10 and higher) uses a list of known Tor exit node IP addresses from Reputation Enabled Defense (RED), which it adds to the Blocked Sites List. This enables the Firebox to block traffic from these known IP addresses at the packet level.

Can you DDoS someone with IPv6?

At the moment, IPv6 DDoS attacks are neither as prevalent nor as big as those happening over IPv4, but they are occurring with increasing frequency and sophistication. Many IPv4 DDoS attacks can be replicated using IPv6 protocols, and hackers are already testing new IPv6 attack methods.

What is not compatible with IPv6?

IPv6 is not backward compatible with IPv4, and IPv4 hosts and routers will not be able to deal directly with IPv6 traffic and vice-versa. In fact that there will be extreme difficulties with address allocation and routing if the internet is to continue to run indefinitely using IPv4.

Does DD WRT support IPv6?

In order to use ipv6, you need the Standard or VoIP version of DD-WRT, as these are currently the only ones which support both IPv6 and radvd. The detailled configuration steps are targeted toward users with a basic DHCP connection for the WAN part.

What protocols does Tor support?

Tor's application independence sets it apart from most other anonymity networks: it works at the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) stream level. Applications whose traffic is commonly anonymized using Tor include Internet Relay Chat (IRC), instant messaging, and World Wide Web browsing.

How many years can you go to jail for Ddosing?

If you're found guilty of causing intentional harm to a computer or server in a DDoS attack, you could be charged with a prison sentence of up to 10 years.

Is it OK to disable IPv6 on router?

Some users disable IPv6 on routers or devices because they don't run any applications or services that rely on IPv6. Disabling IPv6 is also common when troubleshooting network issues. However, service providers discourage users from disabling IPv6 and warn that it may cause connectivity problems.

Is Ddosing a serious crime?

If you conduct a DDoS attack, or make, supply or obtain stresser or booter services, you could receive a prison sentence, a fine or both.