Preface
In previous blog:
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1.Surface Web —> Deep Web —> Dark Web, we explained the related concepts of surface network, deep network, etc.;
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2.Tor browser - peeling back the onion layer by layer, we explained the history and basic working principles of Tor;
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3.Tor Browser - How to own an onion and use it, we introduced the download and use of Tor;
This blog unveils the .onion suffix URL and the mystery of dark web. In fact, the dark web is like a black market, selling all kinds of things, such as fake driver's licenses, ID cards, etc. . .
Tor Browser - Visit the .onion website and uncover the mystery of the Dark Web
What is a .onion URL
.onion is a top-level domain suffix used for special purposes of addressing on the Tor network. This suffix does not belong to the actual domain name and is not included in the domain name root zone. But as long as the correct proxy software is installed, such as network software similar to a browser, you can send specific requests through the Tor server to access the .onion address. The use of this technology can make it difficult for information providers and users to be tracked by intermediate network hosts or external users. --Baidu Encyclopedia
Generally speaking, if the suffix of the URL you visit is .onion, then you are actually visiting the Dark Web
Other serious suffixes
1. International domain names, with suffixes of .com, .net and .org, are the most widely popular universal domain name formats in the world. They are classic logos and are universally used. .com is generally used for commercial institutions or companies, .net is generally used for institutions or companies engaged in Internet-related network services, and .org is generally used for non-profit organizations and groups. Of course, anyone can register these domain names.
2. Domestic domain names, the suffixes are .cn, .com.cn and .net.cn. The .CN domain name is a top-level national domain name (ccTLD) managed by my country and is a top-level domain name. Currently, more and more companies are choosing to register cn domain names, and Beyond.com has the largest market in the world. Its main features are:
3.org: This is the top-level domain suffix for non-profit organizations and represents the organization. The .org suffix is suitable for various non-profit organizations, charities, social groups, etc. When we want to obtain public welfare projects, participate in volunteer activities, or find channels for charitable donations, websites with the .org suffix are our trusted sources.
4.edu: This is the top-level domain name suffix of educational institutions, which represents education. The .edu suffix is suitable for websites that provide educational services such as schools, universities, and educational institutions. When we need to check school information, sign up for courses, or obtain academic resources, websites with the .edu suffix are an important platform for our learning.
5.gov: This is the top-level domain name suffix of a government agency, representing the government. The .gov suffix is suitable for websites of government departments, government agencies and public service agencies. When we need to obtain government policies, handle administrative matters, or find public service resources, websites with the .gov suffix are an important channel for us to obtain official information.
v2 and v3 onion services
If the onion service is a 16-character string (V2 format), please note that this type of address is deprecated.
How do I know if I am using the v2 or v3 version of the onion service?
Onion address v3 can be identified by its length of 56 characters, e.g. the Tor Project v2 address is:
http://expyuzz4wqqyqhjn.onion/，
The address of the Tor Project v3 version is:
http://2gzyxa5ihm7nsggfxnu52rck2vv4rvmdlkiu3zzui5du4xyclen53wid.onion/
In September 2020, Tor began alerting onion service administrators and clients that version 0.4.6 would be deprecated and v2 would be phased out. In June 2021, Tor Browser began alerting users.
In July 2021, Tor version 0.4.6 will no longer support v2, and support will be removed from the codebase.
In October 2021, we will release a new Tor stable version client for all supported series, which will disable v2.
Onion Address V2 is fundamentally unsafe. If using Onion V2, we recommend you migrate now. This is a backwards-incompatible change: Onion Services V2 will not be available after September 2021.
Visit Dark Web
The tor line passes through multiple network bridges to hide the real IP
.onion URL
What’s in the Dark Web
Like buying a fake driver's license
You can also buy an Apple mobile phone
Register an account
add to the cart
To sum up, the dark web is actually like a black market, selling all kinds of things, such as fake driver’s licenses, ID cards, etc. . .
Summarize
1. Dark Web refers to a hidden network that ordinary netizens cannot search and access through conventional means;
2. If you have an onion Tor, it will be different. The premise is You will use Tor;
3. The suffix .onion is actually the Dark Web, just like a black market, selling various things;
Disclaimer
The technology introduced here is only for research, learning, and communication. It is strictly prohibited for any individual, institution, company, organization, or group to use the technology published here to conduct unauthorized and illegal penetration tests and attacks on any third-party entities similar to the above. , and the author of this blog post does not assume any corresponding legal liability for any resulting (including but not limited to) economic losses to the target, loss or leakage of user data, business losses, etc.