Web Tracking For You

Explore advanced web tracking techniques in this 56-minute Black Hat USA 2012 conference talk by Gregory Fleischer. Delve into the technical aspects of identifying and tracking users through their web browsers, focusing on legitimate tracking needs rather than privacy-invading advertising practices. Learn about active and passive fingerprinting, user unmasking, and effective tracking methods across various web browsers, operating systems, and devices. Discover how to implement tracking techniques that go beyond simple browser cookies, including ways to bypass private browsing modes. Gain insights into deploying an open-source tracking server and utilizing utilities for injecting tracking content and correlating collected data. Whether you're interested in network security or personal privacy, this talk provides valuable information on web tracking implementation for both professional and personal use.