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<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div><noinclude>{{KBmaster}}</noinclude><br /> <br /> {{KBwarning|width=90%| This page references the use of Apple QuickTime. As of April 2016, the Windows version of this product has been deprecated by Apple, although it has two known critical vulnerabilities. On April 14th, 2016, an advisory was issued that QuickTime for Windows [http://blog.trendmicro.com/urgent-call-action-uninstall-quicktime-windows-today/ be immediately uninstalled] from Windows systems. }}<br /> <br /> Streaming video into Second Life is fairly simple and provides you with increased abilities in information delivery for businesses and educators, as well as greater potential for entertainment venues and special events.<br /> <br /> This article steps you through the processes of establishing movie playback, streaming live video into Second Life, and broadcasting from Second Life.<br /> <br /> =Streaming Video ''into'' Second Life=<br /> <br /> ==Getting Started==<br /> <br /> The following are the basic prerequisites for streaming video into Second Life:<br /> <br /> * You must either be the landowner or administrator of the property you plan to stream into<br /> * Your movie files must be compressed using QuickTime format, and QuickTime must be installed on your computer<br /> * ** If the video you're attempting to stream plays in the QuickTime player on your own computer, it should stream into Second Life correctly<br /> ** If the video you're attempting to stream doesn't play in the QuickTime player on your own computer, it almost certainly won't work<br /> * The movie must exist as an active URL link on a hosting web server<br /> <br /> Prior to setting up your media playback mechanism in Second Life, test the URL of your movie by pasting its link in the address bar of a web browser. If it works there, you shouldn't experience any problems streaming it into Second Life.<br /> <br /> ==Setting Up the Media Player and Accessing a Stream==<br /> <br /> The first step is to set up a media player in Second Life. While standing on the parcel of land you wish to stream into, follow these steps:<br /> <br /> {{KBnote| We suggest that you use the default media texture found in the Library &gt; Textures folder in your inventory. You can use any texture you like, as long as the textures in steps 3 and 4 are identical.}}<br /> <br /> ==Using LSL Commands to Play Movies==<br /> <br /> The Linden Scripting Language (LSL) is one of the most powerful components of the Second Life platform, and through it you can be more creative with how you stream video onto objects. An example can be found in your Second Life inventory:<br /> <br /> '''Inventory &gt; Library &gt; Objects &gt; Media Player'''<br /> <br /> After dragging and dropping the media player object onto your land:<br /> <br /> # Right-click on the Media Player to access the Edit window.<br /> # Click the '''Contents''' tab, and double click on the script labeled '''Media Controller'''.<br /> # Edit the script as necessary for your playback (you may want to consult a scripting specialist in Second Life to set it up correctly).<br /> <br /> =Broadcasting Video ''from'' Second Life=<br /> <br /> Broadcasting from Second Life is very similar to streaming live media into Second Life, although you have a few more options.<br /> <br /> To do this, make sure you have:<br /> <br /> * A computer fast enough to run Second Life and your capture/broadcasting software simultaneously<br /> * Enough upload bandwidth for the stream, typically a minimum of 250kbps<br /> * A media streaming host<br /> * A website to stream from<br /> <br /> ==Setup for Mac==<br /> <br /> # Run Second Life on a fast Macintosh computer.<br /> # Set Second Life's window size by selecting '''Edit&gt;Preferences&gt;Graphics''' and choosing your preferred setting.<br /> # Install and run QuickTime Broadcaster. Read the information on Apple's web site to configure it correctly.<br /> # Point Broadcaster's output to a host server (QTSS), which provides you with a URL for the stream.<br /> # You'll now have an active URL of the stream.<br /> <br /> ==Setup for PC==<br /> <br /> # Run Second Life on a fast computer.<br /> # Set Second Life's window size by selecting '''Edit&gt;Preferences&gt;Graphics''' and choosing your preferred setting.<br /> # Install and run Windows Media Encoder 9. Read the documentation in order to configure it correctly.<br /> # Make Second Life the window to capture in WME9:<br /> ## Click '''Properties &gt; Sources &gt; [Video] Configure'''.<br /> ## In the '''Capture Source''' dropdown, select '''Second Life'''. In '''Properties &gt; Sources &gt; [Video] Configure''' you can select '''Region of Screen''' from the dropdown menu, then set a precise region of your screen to capture either by dragging a selection window or entering exact pixel coordinates. You can also choose to both broadcast and save a local version (compressed in WMV format) on your hard drive, although this requires an extremely fast computer, a lot of RAM, and a lot of free space on your hard drive.[[Image:kbsd_StreamingVid_WMEncoder.jpg]]''The Windows Media Encoder 9 Properties panel, with '''Second Life''' selected as the '''Capture Source''' window.''<br /> # In the '''Output''' tab, select '''Push to server''' and enter the data for your hosting server. This will provide you with a URL for the stream.<br /> <br /> =Streaming Live Video into Second Life=<br /> <br /> ==Common Considerations==<br /> <br /> * When deciding on a host for your stream, be aware of the maximum number of simultaneous connections allowed.<br /> * Understand that you may experience latency in the stream (from when you do something in Second Life to when you can see it in the final URL stream). This is common in any form of streamed media, and can range from a few seconds to 15 seconds or more.<br /> * Make sure your video and audio codecs are up to date.<br /> <br /> {{KBhint| Test each portion of this process as you go along. Troubleshooting will be much easier because you'll be able to isolate exactly where a problem may exist in the process.}}<br /> <br /> ==Second Life Event Broadcasting (Concerts, meetings, contests, etc.)==<br /> <br /> When broadcasting an inworld live event, you may need to keep your avatar logged in for more than the 10-minute maximum on the capturing computer. To do this, open then [[How do I open the Advanced menu (Formerly known as the Client menu.)|Advanced menu]] if it's not already on the menu bar, then deselect select '''Advanced &gt; Character &gt; Character Tests &gt; Go Away/AFK When Idle'''.<br /> <br /> Only run Second Life and your capture/broadcasting software on your source computer. This will enable the system to focus its resources solely on your broadcasting task.<br /> <br /> ==Real-World Event Broadcasting (Concerts, lectures, sports, etc.)==<br /> <br /> A video camera will (most likely) serve as your capture source device.<br /> <br /> Only run Second Life and your capture/broadcasting software on your source computer. This will enable the system to focus its resources solely on your broadcasting task.<br /> <br /> ==Setup for Mac==<br /> <br /> {{KBhint| The simplest way to connect your camera to your computer is to connect the FireWire output on the camera to the FireWire input on the computer.}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:kbsd_StreamingVid_BroadcastIllo.jpg]]''This diagram shows how to setup a live video stream into Second Life via QuickTime Broadcaster (QTB) and QuickTime Streaming Server (QTSS). Windows configuration is the same, except for the software used on the encoding/broadcasting computer''.<br /> <br /> ==Set-up for PC==<br /> <br /> {{KBhint| The simplest way to connect your camera to your computer is to connect the FireWire output on the camera to the FireWire input on the computer (this may require a capture card with FireWire input).}}<br /> <br /> =Troubleshooting=<br /> If you're having problems playing video in the Second Life Viewer&reg;, try these quick tips:<br /> <br /> ==1. Install QuickTime==<br /> <br /> Second Life's streaming video is powered by QuickTime. If you don't have the latest stable version, [http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/ download QuickTime from Apple's site]. After installing it, you will likely need to restart your computer.<br /> <br /> [http://www.apple.com/support/quicktime/ Refer to Apple's Support] for help fixing QuickTime issues.<br /> <br /> ==2. Set your controls correctly==<br /> <br /> Streaming media must be enabled in the Second Life&reg; Viewer.<br /> <br /> # Go to '''Edit''' &gt; '''Preferences'''.<br /> # Click '''Audio &amp; Video''' tab.<br /> # Check '''Play Streaming Media When Available'''.<br /> <br /> [[Image:kb_mediapref_screenshot.png]]<br /> <br /> When you're on a video-enabled parcel, the play button in the lower-right of your Viewer is enabled.<br /> <br /> If you're encountering audio-specific difficulties:<br /> <br /> * Go to '''Edit''' &gt; '''Preferences'''.<br /> * Click '''Audio &amp; Video''' tab.<br /> * Look at the '''Volume''' sliders. '''Master''' and '''Media''' should both be on.<br /> <br /> {{KBhint| You can also access the volume sliders by clicking the '''^''' button to the right of the '''Master''' volume slider in the lower-right of your Viewer.}}<br /> <br /> Related, [[How to play streaming music in Second Life|see "How to play streaming music in Second Life"]].<br /> <br /> ==3. Check if the parcel has a video==<br /> <br /> If nothing still plays, it could be that the parcel doesn't have a video URL set.<br /> <br /> # Go to '''World''' &gt; '''About Land'''.<br /> # Click '''Media tab''' and look next to '''Media Type''' and '''Media URL'''.<br /> <br /> [[Image:kb_AboutLandMedia_screenshot.png]]<br /> <br /> Some parcels hide the information but if it's not obscured, it should show something like this:<br /> <br /> * Media Type: Movie video/mp4<br /> * Media URL: https://vidtuts.s3.amazonaws.com/Using-beacons-to-find-special-objects.mp4<br /> <br /> Many, but not all valid movies end in ".mov" or ".mp4". A live stream may end in ".rtsp" or ".sdp".<br /> <br /> If you're not sure where to find a video-enabled parcel, [[Test_parcels|see the "Test parcels" page]].<br /> <br /> ==4. Test the movie outside of Second Life==<br /> <br /> QuickTime Player is a good way to narrow down the source of the problem: if a video doesn't play in QT Player, it almost certainly won't work in Second Life. Here's how:<br /> <br /> # Find a video-enabled parcel in Second Life.<br /> # Go to '''About Land''' and click '''Media tab'''.<br /> # Copy the '''Media URL'''.<br /> # Open QuickTime Player. It's found in your Program Files folder on Windows or Applications folder on Mac. It may already have a shortcut placed in the '''Start Menu''' or '''Dock'''.<br /> # In QT Player, use '''File''' &gt; '''Open URL'''.<br /> # Paste the '''Media URL'''.<br /> # Click OK.<br /> <br /> If the video file is valid, it will start playing momentarily. Some videos are huge files (e.g., 100MB for a 30-second clip) and take considerably longer to start because they're optimized for download and playback from your local hard drive. In those cases, the video should be compressed so it retains most of its visual quality but is compact enough to stream over the Internet. You or the video author can do this using QuickTime Pro or another [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transcoder transcoding] tool.<br /> <br /> {{KBnote| Only video formats compatible with the default QuickTime install work in Second Life. Add-on formats like .wmv support in [http://www.telestream.net/flip4mac-wmv/overview.htm Flip4Mac] won't work with Second Life.}}<br /> <br /> ==5. Make sure you have enough bandwidth==<br /> <br /> Playing video can be bandwidth-intensive. If you don't have enough bandwidth, the video pauses as it struggles to download more chunks and show them to you. We recommend having a broadband connection which can sustain 768kbps or higher - more is better. If you're not sure how much bandwidth you have available, check with your Internet Service Provider.<br /> <br /> ==6. Check with your friends. Are they seeing the movie?==<br /> <br /> It's fun to watch movies together but you'll be sad if you're left out: ask friends or other nearby Residents on the same parcel if they can see the video. This is a quick and common test which can rule out whether the problem is on your computer.<br /> <br /> ==Videos are ''not'' stored on Linden Lab's servers==<br /> <br /> Finally, with the exception of official Linden Lab materials, videos are ''not'' stored on Linden Lab's servers. The Second Life Viewer connects directly to the server that is providing the video, so the videos are downloaded directly by your computer and viewed as part of the immersive inworld experience. Therefore, the vast majority of videos are ''not'' affected by Second Life performance issues, but are dependent on the robustness of the hosting server. If you experience further problems, contact the video server administrator.<br /> <br /> <br /> =Helpful Links=<br /> <br /> ==Capture/Broadcasting solutions==<br /> <br /> [http://www.apple.com/quicktime/broadcaster/ QuickTime Broadcaster]<br /> <br /> [http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/forpros/encoder/default.mspx Windows Media Encoder 9]<br /> <br /> [http://www.techsmith.com/learn/camtasia/current/general/1212.asp Camtasia Studio 4]<br /> <br /> [http://www.varasoftware.com/ VaraSoftware]<br /> <br /> [http://www.netromedia.com/ Netro Media]<br /> <br /> [http://tinyurl.com/2amnn2 For a list of software capture and broadcast solutions, Google: "streaming video software"] (remember that they must be QuickTime compatible)<br /> <br /> ==Hosting Solutions==<br /> <br /> [http://www.apple.com/quicktime/streamingserver/ QuickTime Streaming Server]<br /> <br /> [http://www.slserver.com QuickTime Streaming Server rentals]<br /> <br /> [http://www.netromedia.com/ Netro Media]<br /> <br /> [http://streamhoster.com/ Stream Hoster]<br /> <br /> [http://www.bulletstream.com/ Bulletstream Technologies]<br /> <br /> [http://www.playstream.com/ VitalStream]<br /> <br /> [http://www.streamingmedia.com/directory/category.asp?id=7 StreamingMedia] (this site is a great resource for streaming video and audio)<br /> <br /> [http://tinyurl.com/27fg73 For a list of host sites, Google: "video streaming host"] (remember that they must be QuickTime compatible)<br /> <br /> ==Case Studies==<br /> <br /> [http://ustream.tv/ Ustream.com]<br /> <br /> [http://destroytv.com/ DestroyTV.com]<br /> <br /> [http://www.macblurayplayer.com/ Macblurayplayer.com]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Content creation]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Land]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Machinima]]</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=Streaming_Video_in_Second_Life&diff=1199897 Streaming Video in Second Life 2016-04-16T10:32:21Z

<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div><noinclude>{{KBmaster}}</noinclude><br /> <br /> {{KBwarning|width=90%| This page references the use of Apple QuickTime. As of April 2016, the Windows version of this product has been deprecated by Apple, although it has two known critical vulnerabilities. On April 14th, an advisory was issued that QuickTime for Windows [http://blog.trendmicro.com/urgent-call-action-uninstall-quicktime-windows-today/ be immediately uninstalled] from Windows systems. }}<br /> <br /> Streaming video into Second Life is fairly simple and provides you with increased abilities in information delivery for businesses and educators, as well as greater potential for entertainment venues and special events.<br /> <br /> This article steps you through the processes of establishing movie playback, streaming live video into Second Life, and broadcasting from Second Life.<br /> <br /> =Streaming Video ''into'' Second Life=<br /> <br /> ==Getting Started==<br /> <br /> The following are the basic prerequisites for streaming video into Second Life:<br /> <br /> * You must either be the landowner or administrator of the property you plan to stream into<br /> * Your movie files must be compressed using QuickTime format, and QuickTime must be installed on your computer<br /> * ** If the video you're attempting to stream plays in the QuickTime player on your own computer, it should stream into Second Life correctly<br /> ** If the video you're attempting to stream doesn't play in the QuickTime player on your own computer, it almost certainly won't work<br /> * The movie must exist as an active URL link on a hosting web server<br /> <br /> Prior to setting up your media playback mechanism in Second Life, test the URL of your movie by pasting its link in the address bar of a web browser. If it works there, you shouldn't experience any problems streaming it into Second Life.<br /> <br /> ==Setting Up the Media Player and Accessing a Stream==<br /> <br /> The first step is to set up a media player in Second Life. While standing on the parcel of land you wish to stream into, follow these steps:<br /> <br /> {{KBnote| We suggest that you use the default media texture found in the Library &gt; Textures folder in your inventory. You can use any texture you like, as long as the textures in steps 3 and 4 are identical.}}<br /> <br /> ==Using LSL Commands to Play Movies==<br /> <br /> The Linden Scripting Language (LSL) is one of the most powerful components of the Second Life platform, and through it you can be more creative with how you stream video onto objects. An example can be found in your Second Life inventory:<br /> <br /> '''Inventory &gt; Library &gt; Objects &gt; Media Player'''<br /> <br /> After dragging and dropping the media player object onto your land:<br /> <br /> # Right-click on the Media Player to access the Edit window.<br /> # Click the '''Contents''' tab, and double click on the script labeled '''Media Controller'''.<br /> # Edit the script as necessary for your playback (you may want to consult a scripting specialist in Second Life to set it up correctly).<br /> <br /> =Broadcasting Video ''from'' Second Life=<br /> <br /> Broadcasting from Second Life is very similar to streaming live media into Second Life, although you have a few more options.<br /> <br /> To do this, make sure you have:<br /> <br /> * A computer fast enough to run Second Life and your capture/broadcasting software simultaneously<br /> * Enough upload bandwidth for the stream, typically a minimum of 250kbps<br /> * A media streaming host<br /> * A website to stream from<br /> <br /> ==Setup for Mac==<br /> <br /> # Run Second Life on a fast Macintosh computer.<br /> # Set Second Life's window size by selecting '''Edit&gt;Preferences&gt;Graphics''' and choosing your preferred setting.<br /> # Install and run QuickTime Broadcaster. Read the information on Apple's web site to configure it correctly.<br /> # Point Broadcaster's output to a host server (QTSS), which provides you with a URL for the stream.<br /> # You'll now have an active URL of the stream.<br /> <br /> ==Setup for PC==<br /> <br /> # Run Second Life on a fast computer.<br /> # Set Second Life's window size by selecting '''Edit&gt;Preferences&gt;Graphics''' and choosing your preferred setting.<br /> # Install and run Windows Media Encoder 9. Read the documentation in order to configure it correctly.<br /> # Make Second Life the window to capture in WME9:<br /> ## Click '''Properties &gt; Sources &gt; [Video] Configure'''.<br /> ## In the '''Capture Source''' dropdown, select '''Second Life'''. In '''Properties &gt; Sources &gt; [Video] Configure''' you can select '''Region of Screen''' from the dropdown menu, then set a precise region of your screen to capture either by dragging a selection window or entering exact pixel coordinates. You can also choose to both broadcast and save a local version (compressed in WMV format) on your hard drive, although this requires an extremely fast computer, a lot of RAM, and a lot of free space on your hard drive.[[Image:kbsd_StreamingVid_WMEncoder.jpg]]''The Windows Media Encoder 9 Properties panel, with '''Second Life''' selected as the '''Capture Source''' window.''<br /> # In the '''Output''' tab, select '''Push to server''' and enter the data for your hosting server. This will provide you with a URL for the stream.<br /> <br /> =Streaming Live Video into Second Life=<br /> <br /> ==Common Considerations==<br /> <br /> * When deciding on a host for your stream, be aware of the maximum number of simultaneous connections allowed.<br /> * Understand that you may experience latency in the stream (from when you do something in Second Life to when you can see it in the final URL stream). This is common in any form of streamed media, and can range from a few seconds to 15 seconds or more.<br /> * Make sure your video and audio codecs are up to date.<br /> <br /> {{KBhint| Test each portion of this process as you go along. Troubleshooting will be much easier because you'll be able to isolate exactly where a problem may exist in the process.}}<br /> <br /> ==Second Life Event Broadcasting (Concerts, meetings, contests, etc.)==<br /> <br /> When broadcasting an inworld live event, you may need to keep your avatar logged in for more than the 10-minute maximum on the capturing computer. To do this, open then [[How do I open the Advanced menu (Formerly known as the Client menu.)|Advanced menu]] if it's not already on the menu bar, then deselect select '''Advanced &gt; Character &gt; Character Tests &gt; Go Away/AFK When Idle'''.<br /> <br /> Only run Second Life and your capture/broadcasting software on your source computer. This will enable the system to focus its resources solely on your broadcasting task.<br /> <br /> ==Real-World Event Broadcasting (Concerts, lectures, sports, etc.)==<br /> <br /> A video camera will (most likely) serve as your capture source device.<br /> <br /> Only run Second Life and your capture/broadcasting software on your source computer. This will enable the system to focus its resources solely on your broadcasting task.<br /> <br /> ==Setup for Mac==<br /> <br /> {{KBhint| The simplest way to connect your camera to your computer is to connect the FireWire output on the camera to the FireWire input on the computer.}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:kbsd_StreamingVid_BroadcastIllo.jpg]]''This diagram shows how to setup a live video stream into Second Life via QuickTime Broadcaster (QTB) and QuickTime Streaming Server (QTSS). Windows configuration is the same, except for the software used on the encoding/broadcasting computer''.<br /> <br /> ==Set-up for PC==<br /> <br /> {{KBhint| The simplest way to connect your camera to your computer is to connect the FireWire output on the camera to the FireWire input on the computer (this may require a capture card with FireWire input).}}<br /> <br /> =Troubleshooting=<br /> If you're having problems playing video in the Second Life Viewer&reg;, try these quick tips:<br /> <br /> ==1. Install QuickTime==<br /> <br /> Second Life's streaming video is powered by QuickTime. If you don't have the latest stable version, [http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/ download QuickTime from Apple's site]. After installing it, you will likely need to restart your computer.<br /> <br /> [http://www.apple.com/support/quicktime/ Refer to Apple's Support] for help fixing QuickTime issues.<br /> <br /> ==2. Set your controls correctly==<br /> <br /> Streaming media must be enabled in the Second Life&reg; Viewer.<br /> <br /> # Go to '''Edit''' &gt; '''Preferences'''.<br /> # Click '''Audio &amp; Video''' tab.<br /> # Check '''Play Streaming Media When Available'''.<br /> <br /> [[Image:kb_mediapref_screenshot.png]]<br /> <br /> When you're on a video-enabled parcel, the play button in the lower-right of your Viewer is enabled.<br /> <br /> If you're encountering audio-specific difficulties:<br /> <br /> * Go to '''Edit''' &gt; '''Preferences'''.<br /> * Click '''Audio &amp; Video''' tab.<br /> * Look at the '''Volume''' sliders. '''Master''' and '''Media''' should both be on.<br /> <br /> {{KBhint| You can also access the volume sliders by clicking the '''^''' button to the right of the '''Master''' volume slider in the lower-right of your Viewer.}}<br /> <br /> Related, [[How to play streaming music in Second Life|see "How to play streaming music in Second Life"]].<br /> <br /> ==3. Check if the parcel has a video==<br /> <br /> If nothing still plays, it could be that the parcel doesn't have a video URL set.<br /> <br /> # Go to '''World''' &gt; '''About Land'''.<br /> # Click '''Media tab''' and look next to '''Media Type''' and '''Media URL'''.<br /> <br /> [[Image:kb_AboutLandMedia_screenshot.png]]<br /> <br /> Some parcels hide the information but if it's not obscured, it should show something like this:<br /> <br /> * Media Type: Movie video/mp4<br /> * Media URL: https://vidtuts.s3.amazonaws.com/Using-beacons-to-find-special-objects.mp4<br /> <br /> Many, but not all valid movies end in ".mov" or ".mp4". A live stream may end in ".rtsp" or ".sdp".<br /> <br /> If you're not sure where to find a video-enabled parcel, [[Test_parcels|see the "Test parcels" page]].<br /> <br /> ==4. Test the movie outside of Second Life==<br /> <br /> QuickTime Player is a good way to narrow down the source of the problem: if a video doesn't play in QT Player, it almost certainly won't work in Second Life. Here's how:<br /> <br /> # Find a video-enabled parcel in Second Life.<br /> # Go to '''About Land''' and click '''Media tab'''.<br /> # Copy the '''Media URL'''.<br /> # Open QuickTime Player. It's found in your Program Files folder on Windows or Applications folder on Mac. It may already have a shortcut placed in the '''Start Menu''' or '''Dock'''.<br /> # In QT Player, use '''File''' &gt; '''Open URL'''.<br /> # Paste the '''Media URL'''.<br /> # Click OK.<br /> <br /> If the video file is valid, it will start playing momentarily. Some videos are huge files (e.g., 100MB for a 30-second clip) and take considerably longer to start because they're optimized for download and playback from your local hard drive. In those cases, the video should be compressed so it retains most of its visual quality but is compact enough to stream over the Internet. You or the video author can do this using QuickTime Pro or another [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transcoder transcoding] tool.<br /> <br /> {{KBnote| Only video formats compatible with the default QuickTime install work in Second Life. Add-on formats like .wmv support in [http://www.telestream.net/flip4mac-wmv/overview.htm Flip4Mac] won't work with Second Life.}}<br /> <br /> ==5. Make sure you have enough bandwidth==<br /> <br /> Playing video can be bandwidth-intensive. If you don't have enough bandwidth, the video pauses as it struggles to download more chunks and show them to you. We recommend having a broadband connection which can sustain 768kbps or higher - more is better. If you're not sure how much bandwidth you have available, check with your Internet Service Provider.<br /> <br /> ==6. Check with your friends. Are they seeing the movie?==<br /> <br /> It's fun to watch movies together but you'll be sad if you're left out: ask friends or other nearby Residents on the same parcel if they can see the video. This is a quick and common test which can rule out whether the problem is on your computer.<br /> <br /> ==Videos are ''not'' stored on Linden Lab's servers==<br /> <br /> Finally, with the exception of official Linden Lab materials, videos are ''not'' stored on Linden Lab's servers. The Second Life Viewer connects directly to the server that is providing the video, so the videos are downloaded directly by your computer and viewed as part of the immersive inworld experience. Therefore, the vast majority of videos are ''not'' affected by Second Life performance issues, but are dependent on the robustness of the hosting server. If you experience further problems, contact the video server administrator.<br /> <br /> <br /> =Helpful Links=<br /> <br /> ==Capture/Broadcasting solutions==<br /> <br /> [http://www.apple.com/quicktime/broadcaster/ QuickTime Broadcaster]<br /> <br /> [http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/forpros/encoder/default.mspx Windows Media Encoder 9]<br /> <br /> [http://www.techsmith.com/learn/camtasia/current/general/1212.asp Camtasia Studio 4]<br /> <br /> [http://www.varasoftware.com/ VaraSoftware]<br /> <br /> [http://www.netromedia.com/ Netro Media]<br /> <br /> [http://tinyurl.com/2amnn2 For a list of software capture and broadcast solutions, Google: "streaming video software"] (remember that they must be QuickTime compatible)<br /> <br /> ==Hosting Solutions==<br /> <br /> [http://www.apple.com/quicktime/streamingserver/ QuickTime Streaming Server]<br /> <br /> [http://www.slserver.com QuickTime Streaming Server rentals]<br /> <br /> [http://www.netromedia.com/ Netro Media]<br /> <br /> [http://streamhoster.com/ Stream Hoster]<br /> <br /> [http://www.bulletstream.com/ Bulletstream Technologies]<br /> <br /> [http://www.playstream.com/ VitalStream]<br /> <br /> [http://www.streamingmedia.com/directory/category.asp?id=7 StreamingMedia] (this site is a great resource for streaming video and audio)<br /> <br /> [http://tinyurl.com/27fg73 For a list of host sites, Google: "video streaming host"] (remember that they must be QuickTime compatible)<br /> <br /> ==Case Studies==<br /> <br /> [http://ustream.tv/ Ustream.com]<br /> <br /> [http://destroytv.com/ DestroyTV.com]<br /> <br /> [http://www.macblurayplayer.com/ Macblurayplayer.com]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Content creation]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Land]]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Machinima]]</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey&diff=1193610 User:Inara Pey 2014-09-26T13:51:18Z

<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div>== External links ==<br /> SL Profile: [http://my.secondlife.com/inara.pey http://my.secondlife.com/inara.pey]<br /><br /> <br /> <br /> Personal blog: [http://modemworld.wordpress.com http://modemworld.wordpress.com]<br /><br /> <br /> Twitter: [http://twitter.com/InaraPey http://twitter.com/InaraPey]<br /><br /> Plurk: [http://www.plurk.com/InaraPey http://www.plurk.com/InaraPey]<br /><br /> Flickr: [http://www.flickr.com/photos/inara-pey/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/inara-pey/]<br /><br /> <br /> [[Category:Residents using Twitter|Inara Pey]]<br /> [[Category:Residents using Plurk|Inara Pey]]<br /> {{ISO 639-3/cat-speaking|eng|sort=Indigo Mertel}}<br /> {{Tweeter}}<br /> {{Plurker}}</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey&diff=1152104 User:Inara Pey 2011-08-23T21:52:21Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* External links */</p> <hr /> <div>== External links ==<br /> SL Profile: [http://my.secondlife.com/inara.pey http://my.secondlife.com/inara.pey]<br /><br /> <br /> <br /> Personal blog: [http://modemworld.wordpress.com http://modemworld.wordpress.com]<br /><br /> D/s Blog: [http://http://devicesdesires.wordpress.com/ http://devicesdesires.wordpress.com/.com]<br /><br /> Inara Pey Designs (IPD): [http://issl.wordpress.com/ http://http://issl.wordpress.com/]<br /><br /> <br /> Twitter: [http://twitter.com/InaraPey http://twitter.com/InaraPey]<br /><br /> Plurk: [http://www.plurk.com/InaraPey http://www.plurk.com/InaraPey]<br /><br /> Flickr: [http://www.flickr.com/photos/inara-pey/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/inara-pey/]<br /><br /> <br /> [[Category:Residents using Twitter|Inara Pey]]<br /> [[Category:Residents using Plurk|Inara Pey]]<br /> {{ISO 639-3/cat-speaking|eng|sort=Indigo Mertel}}<br /> {{Tweeter}}<br /> {{Plurker}}</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey&diff=1152101 User:Inara Pey 2011-08-23T21:37:01Z

<p>Inara Pey: Created page with "== External links == SL Profile: [http://my.secondlife.com/inara.pey http://my.secondlife.com/inara.pey]<br /> Personal blog: [http://modemworld.wordpress.com http://modemworld…"</p> <hr /> <div>== External links ==<br /> SL Profile: [http://my.secondlife.com/inara.pey http://my.secondlife.com/inara.pey]<br /><br /> <br /> <br /> Personal blog: [http://modemworld.wordpress.com http://modemworld.wordpress.com]<br /><br /> D/s Blog: [http://http://devicesdesires.wordpress.com/ http://devicesdesires.wordpress.com/.com]<br /><br /> Inara Pey Designs (IPD): [http://issl.wordpress.com/ http://http://issl.wordpress.com/]<br /><br /> <br /> Twitter: [http://twitter.com/InaraPey http://twitter.com/InaraPey]<br /><br /> Plurk: [http://www.plurk.com/InaraPey http://www.plurk.com/InaraPey]<br /><br /> Flickr: [http://www.flickr.com/photos/inara-pey/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/inara-pey/]<br /><br /> <br /> [[Category:Residents using Twitter|Inara Pey]]<br /> [[Category:Residents using Plurk|Inara Pey]]<br /> <br /> {{Tweeter}}<br /> {{Plurker}}</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1138311 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-23T22:08:59Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Editing Your Lists */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> {| border="0" cellpadding="4"<br /> |-<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 1.x<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 2.x<br /> |-<br /> | Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> | Firestorm Viewer 2.4.2.14918 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Imprudence Experimental 2011.03.20 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it; see [[#See Using the Filter|Using the Filter]] below). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Imprudence Viewer: The Media Filter is automatically enabled; no action required.<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> ** Firestorm Viewer: The media filter is enabled automatically (AVATAR -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA to disable)<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> * Firestorm Viewer: AVATAR -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA -> click EDIT LISTS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ===Practical Examples===<br /> [[image:Media patch-2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is the URL of a very popular media stream in Second Life. As such it is safe to ACCEPT.<br /> <br /> [[image:Media patch-3.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is altogether more suspicious. The long string at the end could be hiding data on you. Best to DENY it.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> ''With thanks to Pyske Phaeton for providing the information on suspicious media requests and special thanks to Sione Lumo for developing the Viewer Media Patch.''</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1138286 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-23T21:13:50Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Enabling the Filter */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> {| border="0" cellpadding="4"<br /> |-<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 1.x<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 2.x<br /> |-<br /> | Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> | Firestorm Viewer 2.4.2.14918 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Imprudence Experimental 2011.03.20 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it; see [[#See Using the Filter|Using the Filter]] below). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Imprudence Viewer: The Media Filter is automatically enabled; no action required.<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> ** Firestorm Viewer: The media filter is enabled automatically (AVATAR -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA to disable)<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ===Practical Examples===<br /> [[image:Media patch-2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is the URL of a very popular media stream in Second Life. As such it is safe to ACCEPT.<br /> <br /> [[image:Media patch-3.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is altogether more suspicious. The long string at the end could be hiding data on you. Best to DENY it.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> ''With thanks to Pyske Phaeton for providing the information on suspicious media requests and special thanks to Sione Lumo for developing the Viewer Media Patch.''</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1138285 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-23T21:11:09Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Applicable Viewers */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> {| border="0" cellpadding="4"<br /> |-<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 1.x<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 2.x<br /> |-<br /> | Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> | Firestorm Viewer 2.4.2.14918 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Imprudence Experimental 2011.03.20 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it; see [[#See Using the Filter|Using the Filter]] below). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Imprudence Viewer: The Media Filter is automatically enabled; no action required.<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ===Practical Examples===<br /> [[image:Media patch-2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is the URL of a very popular media stream in Second Life. As such it is safe to ACCEPT.<br /> <br /> [[image:Media patch-3.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is altogether more suspicious. The long string at the end could be hiding data on you. Best to DENY it.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> ''With thanks to Pyske Phaeton for providing the information on suspicious media requests and special thanks to Sione Lumo for developing the Viewer Media Patch.''</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1138070 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-21T03:39:26Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Enabling the Filter */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> {| border="0" cellpadding="4"<br /> |-<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 1.x<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 2.x<br /> |-<br /> | Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Imprudence Experimental 2011.03.20 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it; see [[#See Using the Filter|Using the Filter]] below). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Imprudence Viewer: The Media Filter is automatically enabled; no action required.<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ===Practical Examples===<br /> [[image:Media patch-2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is the URL of a very popular media stream in Second Life. As such it is safe to ACCEPT.<br /> <br /> [[image:Media patch-3.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is altogether more suspicious. The long string at the end could be hiding data on you. Best to DENY it.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> ''With thanks to Pyske Phaeton for providing the information on suspicious media requests and special thanks to Sione Lumo for developing the Viewer Media Patch.''</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1138069 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-21T03:38:34Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Applicable Viewers */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> {| border="0" cellpadding="4"<br /> |-<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 1.x<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 2.x<br /> |-<br /> | Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Imprudence Experimental 2011.03.20 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it; see [[#See Using the Filter|Using the Filter]] below). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ===Practical Examples===<br /> [[image:Media patch-2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is the URL of a very popular media stream in Second Life. As such it is safe to ACCEPT.<br /> <br /> [[image:Media patch-3.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is altogether more suspicious. The long string at the end could be hiding data on you. Best to DENY it.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> ''With thanks to Pyske Phaeton for providing the information on suspicious media requests and special thanks to Sione Lumo for developing the Viewer Media Patch.''</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137985 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T03:20:47Z

<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> {| border="0" cellpadding="4"<br /> |-<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 1.x<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 2.x<br /> |-<br /> | Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it; see [[#See Using the Filter|Using the Filter]] below). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ===Practical Examples===<br /> [[image:Media patch-2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is the URL of a very popular media stream in Second Life. As such it is safe to ACCEPT.<br /> <br /> [[image:Media patch-3.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is altogether more suspicious. The long string at the end could be hiding data on you. Best to DENY it.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> ''With thanks to Pyske Phaeton for providing the information on suspicious media requests and special thanks to Sione Lumo for developing the Viewer Media Patch.''</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137984 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T02:58:07Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Enabling the Filter */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> {| border="0" cellpadding="4"<br /> |-<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 1.x<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 2.x<br /> |-<br /> | Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it; see [[#See Using the Filter|Using the Filter]] below). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> The main aim of the bad people is to send information about you to their server. Therefore the longer the URL the more chance it contains your information. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ===Practical Examples===<br /> [[image:Media patch-2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is the URL of a very popular media stream in Second Life. As such it is safe to ACCEPT.<br /> <br /> [[image:Media patch-3.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is altogether more suspicious. The long string at the end could be hiding data on you. Best to DENY it.<br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137983 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T02:49:32Z

<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> {| border="0" cellpadding="4"<br /> |-<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 1.x<br /> ! scope="col" width="400" align="left" | Viewer 2.x<br /> |-<br /> | Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> The main aim of the bad people is to send information about you to their server. Therefore the longer the URL the more chance it contains your information. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ===Practical Examples===<br /> [[image:Media patch-2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is the URL of a very popular media stream in Second Life. As such it is safe to ACCEPT.<br /> <br /> [[image:Media patch-3.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is altogether more suspicious. The long string at the end could be hiding data on you. Best to DENY it.<br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137982 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T02:41:03Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Applicable Viewers */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> {| class="wikitable"<br /> |-<br /> ! Viewer 1.x<br /> ! Viewer 2.x<br /> |-<br /> | Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> |-<br /> | Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> The main aim of the bad people is to send information about you to their server. Therefore the longer the URL the more chance it contains your information. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ===Practical Examples===<br /> [[image:Media patch-2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is the URL of a very popular media stream in Second Life. As such it is safe to ACCEPT.<br /> <br /> [[image:Media patch-3.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is altogether more suspicious. The long string at the end could be hiding data on you. Best to DENY it.<br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137981 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T02:35:47Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Practical Examples Examples */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> The main aim of the bad people is to send information about you to their server. Therefore the longer the URL the more chance it contains your information. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ===Practical Examples===<br /> [[image:Media patch-2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is the URL of a very popular media stream in Second Life. As such it is safe to ACCEPT.<br /> <br /> [[image:Media patch-3.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is altogether more suspicious. The long string at the end could be hiding data on you. Best to DENY it.<br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137980 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T02:34:37Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Knowing What to Block */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> The main aim of the bad people is to send information about you to their server. Therefore the longer the URL the more chance it contains your information. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ===Practical Examples Examples===<br /> [[image:Media patch-2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is the URL of a very popular media stream in Second Life. As such it is safe to ACCEPT.<br /> <br /> [[image:Media patch-3.jpg]]<br /> <br /> This is altogether more suspicious. The long string at the end could be hiding data on you. Best to DENY it.<br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=File:Media_patch-3.jpg&diff=1137979 File:Media patch-3.jpg 2011-03-19T02:30:50Z

<p>Inara Pey: Example of the Media Filter pop-up and a "suspicious" URL</p> <hr /> <div>Example of the Media Filter pop-up and a "suspicious" URL</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=File:Media_patch-2.jpg&diff=1137978 File:Media patch-2.jpg 2011-03-19T02:30:07Z

<p>Inara Pey: Examples of the Media Filter warning and a "safe" URL</p> <hr /> <div>Examples of the Media Filter warning and a "safe" URL</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137977 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T02:29:04Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Knowing What to Block */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> The main aim of the bad people is to send information about you to their server. Therefore the longer the URL the more chance it contains your information. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ===Further Examples===</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137976 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T02:28:09Z

<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> The main aim of the bad people is to send information about you to their server. Therefore the longer the URL the more chance it contains your information. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding extra data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> ====Further Examples====</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137975 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T02:26:26Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Knowing What to Block */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> The main aim of the bad people is to send information about you to their server. Therefore the longer the URL the more chance it contains your information. <br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> | This appears to be a genuine music URL. It doesn't contain any extra characters that look like they might be hiding an attempt to collect data about you. You could ACCEPT this request.<br /> |- <br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> Examples of what you might see:</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137974 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T02:20:53Z

<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Knowing What to Block==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> One of the issues of the new patch, of course, is knowing precisely what might be an attempt to harvest information from you. So what should you be looking out for? The following hints have been provided by Psyke Phaeton, and are designed to help you understand how to identify what might be undesirable media requests. <br /> <br /> The main aim of the bad people is to send information about you to their server. Therefore the longer the URL the more chance it contains your information. <br /> For example the following URL doesn’t obviously contain any extra information that looks like it might be data about you:<br /> <br /> http: //domain.name:8000/music<br /> <br /> Now let's look at some further examples:<br /> <br /> {| border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"<br /> |-<br /> | '''Media URL''' || '''Notes'''<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?id=123<br /> | Is 123 a way of tracking you, or is it a music selection from a larger collection? Unless you trust the venue, might be best to DENY it.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music?m=2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff&x=122dgf<br /> | rowspan="2" colspan="2" style="text-align: left; vertical-align:top;" | What is that data on the end of these two URLs? The long strings of letters and symbols might be obscuring data about you. The longer the sequence of the URL after the first single / the more information it is potentially sending and therefore the more suspicious you should become. These should most likely be denied.<br /> |-<br /> | http: //domain.name:8000/music/2342hdd922adattaaaa8syd7stdfssfff <br /> |-<br /> | http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLmsiaN5dZM&feature=topvideos<br /> | This makes sense: the media request is to play YouTube video NLmsiaN5dZM selected via the "topvideos" feature; it can be ACCEPTed<br /> |}<br /> <br /> So, when it comes to evaluating media stream URLs, the two questions you should ask yourself are:<br /> <br /> # Is the length of the URL suspiciously long and<br /> # Does data in the URL make sense or does it look suspiciously obscured.<br /> <br /> Examples of what you might see:</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137973 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T01:02:31Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Editing Your Lists */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from Dolphin Viewer 2''<br /> <br /> Any URLs you have listed will be displayed in the left or right pane of the window.<br /> <br /> To remove a URL from either list, click on the URL to highlight it, then click on the respective REMOVE button under the list.<br /> <br /> To manually add URL to either list:<br /> <br /> # Click on the ADD button under the required list<br /> # The New Domain box is opened<br /> # Enter the URL you wish to add to your list and click the ADD button to the right of the box<br /> # The domain will be added to the list.<br /> <br /> Some Viewers allow you to completely clear both lists using the CLEAR LISTS button. Where this is the case, remember that both the Whitelist and the Blacklist will be cleared.<br /> <br /> A short [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axbDQmKuPIU video] (specific to the Cool VL Viewer) has also been produced, that provides a basic overview of the Media Filter.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137972 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T00:49:45Z

<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch-4.jpg]]<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=File:Media-patch-4.jpg&diff=1137971 File:Media-patch-4.jpg 2011-03-19T00:49:08Z

<p>Inara Pey: Media Filter List Editing window</p> <hr /> <div>Media Filter List Editing window</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137970 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T00:48:16Z

<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Editing Your Lists==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> There may be times when you accidentally add a stream to your Blacklist or Whitelist and wish to remove it. Here’s how:<br /> <br /> Bring up your Media Filter Editor:<br /> <br /> * Dolphin and Cool VL Viewers: VIEW -> MEDIA FILTER<br /> * Phoenix Viewer: PHOENIX -> MEDIA LISTS<br /> * Dolphin Viewer: ME -> MY MEDIA FILTERS<br /> <br /> The media filter editing window, similar to the one show below is displayed:</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137969 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T00:39:59Z

<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> [[image:Media-patch.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ''Image from from Dolphin Viewer 2.5.2''<br /> <br /> The pop-up displays the URL of the media stream and a series of buttons:<br /> <br /> * ALLOW: allow your Viewer to connect to the stream. You should only click on this if you feel the media stream does not harbour a potential threat (see What Do I Block?“, below).<br /> <br /> * WHITELIST: if you recognise the media stream as being from a safe source, click on this button to add the stream to your Viewer’s Whitelist. This will prevent the pop-up appearing when you encounter the stream in the future<br /> <br /> * BLACKLIST: use this option to block the stream and add it to your Viewer’s Blacklist. The stream will be blocked automatically whenever it is encountered in future, without generating the pop-up<br /> <br /> * DENY: if you are unsure about the stream, and do not want to risk exposure, click this. The stream will be blocked for the duration of your stay.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=File:Media-patch.jpg&diff=1137968 File:Media-patch.jpg 2011-03-19T00:36:31Z

<p>Inara Pey: Example of a Media filter pop-up warning</p> <hr /> <div>Example of a Media filter pop-up warning</div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137967 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T00:31:48Z

<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137966 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T00:29:32Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Enabling the Filter */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> ** Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> ** Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> ** Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137965 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T00:28:56Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Enabling the Filter */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> * Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> *# Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> *# Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> *# Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> *# Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> * Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> * If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> * If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137964 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T00:18:02Z

<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> # Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> #* Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> #* Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> #* Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> #* Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> # Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> # If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> # If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Using the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''* Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.''<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> * Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> * When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> <br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137963 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T00:16:46Z

<p>Inara Pey: /* Enabling the Filter */</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> # Locate the Preferences tab that contains your Media Filter on / off option:<br /> #* Cool VL Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> COOL FEATURES -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> #* Dolphin Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> ADVANCED -> MISCELLANEOUS<br /> #* Phoenix Viewer: EDIT -> PREFERENCES -> AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> #* Dolphin Viewer 2: ME -> PREFERENCES -> SOUND & MEDIA<br /> <br /> # Make sure the ENABLE MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY)/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> # If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> <br /> # If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the Preferences window.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Using the Filter<br /> Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

Inara Pey https://wiki.secondlife.com/w/index.php?title=User:Inara_Pey/Media_Filter&diff=1137962 User:Inara Pey/Media Filter 2011-03-19T00:09:20Z

<p>Inara Pey: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Enabling the Filter==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> By default, the Media Filter may be active from the moment you install a Viewer that includes it (you may even see it display a pop-up the first time you log-in to a Viewer that uses it – see “Using the Filter”). However, should you find you need to turn it on, or if you wish to ensure it is active, follow the instructions below.<br /> <br /> The Media Filter can be activated via the Viewer Preferences, as follows:<br /> <br /> Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25+: EDIT->PREFERENCES->COOL FEATURES->MISCELLANEOUS<br /> Dolphin 1.5.48+: EDIT->PREFERENCES->ADVANCED->MISCELLANEOUS<br /> Phoenix 1.5.2.977+: EDIT->PREFERENCES->AUDIO & VIDEO<br /> Dolphin 2 2.5.2+: ME->PREFERENCES->SOUND & MEDIA<br /> Make sure ENABLE MEDIA FILTER/MEDIA FILTER (INCREASED SECURITY) is checked.<br /> <br /> If it is, take no action and close the Preferences window<br /> If it is not, check it and click APPLY and close the PREFERENCES window.<br /> Using the Filter<br /> Note: The Media Filter only works if you have media enabled. If you have previously disabled media but now wish to use the Filter, you will have to re-enable media first.<br /> <br /> The Media filter activates in two ways:<br /> <br /> Automatically, on encountering a media stream trying to connect to your Viewer<br /> When you click on the music / media PLAY button, and media is available.<br /> Either way, a pop-up is displayed on your screen<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

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<p>Inara Pey: Created page with "{| |- |valign="top"| <div id="box"> ==Introduction== <div style="padding: 0.5em"> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media p…"</p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |-<br /> |valign="top"|<br /> <div id="box"><br /> ==Introduction==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> Second Life has rich media content: music and videos can be enjoyed in-world through the media players included in the Second Life Viewer.<br /> <br /> While the media capabilities in the Viewer are very flexible, it is important to remember that they can also be used by others to capture information about yourself without your knowledge – and that this information can easily be transmitted to databases outside of Second Life and outside of Linden Lab’s control.<br /> <br /> Because of this, the majority of Second Life Viewers now include a Media Filter. The Media Filter is designed to help protect you from malicious media streams that might be used to gather information about you as you travel around Second Life (such as capturing your IP address alongside your avatar details in an attempt to identify any alts you may have and link them to you).<br /> <br /> It has been specifically designed to warn you when your Viewer has been asked to accept an incoming media stream request, allowing you to determine whether or not you wish to receive the stream before it connects to your Viewer.<br /> <br /> This tutorial is designed to provide an overview on how to use the Media Filter, and to provide guidelines on what to look for in suspicious media streams.<br /> <br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> |valign="top" align="center" width=30%|<br /> __TOC__<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Applicable Viewers==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> This article applies to the following Viewers:<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 1.x'''<br /> <br /> * Cool VL Viewer 1.25.0.25 (or greater)<br /> * Dolphin Viewer 1.5.48 (or greater)<br /> * Phoenix Viewer 1.5.2.977 (or greater)<br /> <br /> '''Viewer 2.x'''<br /> <br /> * Dolphin Viewer 2 2.5.2 (or greater)<br /> </div><br /> </div><br /> <br /> <div id="box"><br /> <br /> ==Media and Privacy FAQ==<br /> <div style="padding: 0.5em"><br /> <br /> ''What is media streaming?''<br /> <br /> * Media streaming is a means by which music and video can be directed to your Viewer for your enjoyment from sources outside of Second Life<br /> * The music you might hear while visiting a store, the music you hear at a live event, and videos you watch on an in-world TV screen – all these are sent to your Viewer via a media stream that can originate anywhere outside of Second Life<br /> * The same is true for any websites, videos and so on shown through the Media On A Prim function within Viewer 2.<br /> <br /> ''Why is this a risk?''<br /> <br /> * Because there is no absolute way of knowing where such a media stream originates. Almost all streams offered in Second Life are perfectly legitimate and offer *no* threat to you<br /> * However, because of the way Second Life operates, it *is* possible for people to abuse the system and use a media stream in an attempt to gain information on you without you being aware of it.<br /> <br /> ''What information are they after?''<br /> <br /> * So far the main attempts in misusing media streams have been to obtain the IP Address – the digital “identity” assigned to your computer – that allows it to communicate over the Internet. In the same sense that someone needs your mailing address to send you a letter, a remote computer needs your IP address to communicate with your computer.<br /> <br /> ''Why do they want this?''<br /> <br /> * For a variety of reasons.Some believe that linking IP addresses with avatar accounts allows them to link accounts to one another – identify if you have any SL alts and who they are. Others might use the IP information to try and identify where in the real world you reside; there are many reasons for the unscrupulous to gather and link such information.<br /> <br /> ''Is linking IP addresses accurate?''<br /> <br /> * To be honest no; for some it could be more accurate than others. IP addresses work in a number of ways, and this makes such systems questionable in their accuracy<br /> * However, the fact that people are prepared to go to these lengths means it is advisable for you to take steps to be aware of what your computer is being asked to do.<br /> <br /> ''Does using the Media Filter automatically protect me?''<br /> <br /> * No. It acts as an advisor, letting you see what is going to on with your computer when it receives a request to stream media to you. It helps you evaluate whether or not you should accept a request from a media service located outside of Second Life<br /> * To further help you make a decision, this article includes some guidelines on how to identify potentially malicious media requests<br /> * But the final choice of what to do remains with *you*. At the end of the day, nothing can be 100% “safe” in Second Life. However, the Media Filter will help you make informed choices and help you to protect yourself.<br /> </div><br /> </div></div>

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