Does Mozilla support 128-bit encryption?

To use IRS Business Services Online (http://www.socialsecurity.gov/employer/bsohbnew.htm), 128-bit encryption is needed. They say:
"To determine whether your browser supports 128-bit encryption, select Help/About from your browser menu. Most browsers will display the phrase ?128-bit encryption? or "128-bit cipher strength.? If you are unsure whether your browser supports 128-bit encryption, contact the software company that developed the browser."
But I can't seem to find this information on the about page or in online articles about encryption. Would you please help?

Current Firefox releases can't even go below 128 bit, SSL2 that supported this have been removed quite a few releases now (Firefox 8 dropped support for SSL2).
*https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Mozilla/Firefox/Releases/8
128 bit is the minimum that you can use with Firefox and you can only go higher (e.g. 168 or 256). 
128 bit shouldn't be used these days and servers that only support 128 bit should update their software.
Firefox supports AES-256 since 2002, so that is already more than 10 years.
* https://www.fortify.net/sslcheck.html

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Current Firefox releases can't even go below 128 bit, SSL2 that supported this have been removed quite a few releases now (Firefox 8 dropped support for SSL2).
*https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Mozilla/Firefox/Releases/8
128 bit is the minimum that you can use with Firefox and you can only go higher (e.g. 168 or 256). 
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Firefox supports AES-256 since 2002, so that is already more than 10 years.
* https://www.fortify.net/sslcheck.html

Download to support 128 bit encryption

since trying to download 4.0 version I cannot open firefox at all and need 128 bit encryption that was available prior to 4.0

Current Firefox releases can't even go below 128 bit, SSL2 that supported this have been removed quite a few releases now (Firefox 8 dropped support for SSL2).
*https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Mozilla/Firefox/Releases/8
128 bit is the minimum that you can use with Firefox and you can only go higher (e.g. 168 or 256). 
128 bit shouldn't be used these days and servers that only support 128 bit should update their software.
Firefox supports AES-256 since 2002, so that is already more than 10 years.
* https://www.fortify.net/sslcheck.html

I am trying to get my application (e-qip )"We did not detect that your web browser supports 128-bit high encryption.Have trouble "Continue" button below, you will need to upgrade your web browser to a version that supports 128-bit encryption"

I am trying to complete my TSA job application and it is a requirement to complete e-qip questions?

That website is using an old method of checking the encryption level a web browser is capable of, it mentions Netscape 6.x/7 which are like from 6 to 7 years ago. It looks like they're checking for a '''U''' in the User Agent string. That particular letter in the UA goes back to the days of export controls for encryption software, but those controls expired over 15 years ago. That letter has been virtually meaningless since then. 
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User_Agent
You can fool that website into thinking that you are using an older version of Firefox with this extension. 
https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/user-agent-switcher/ 
Use this for a custom UA string that should work there: '''Mozilla/5.0 (Windows; U; Windows NT 5.1; en-US; rv:1.9.2.18) Gecko/20110614 Firefox/3.6.18'''
Or just use IE for that one website.

I need firefox to support a 128 bit encryption for a website I need to use for work. How do I accomplish this?

www.opm.gov/e-qip/ is a government site that I need to use to fill out a questionaire for employment. It says my web browser does not support a 128 bit encryption which it needs for the site to work properly. How do I increase the encryption bits?

It is a warning that you can ignore.
<blockquote>Warning - We did not detect that your web browser supports 128-bit high encryption. If you have trouble connecting after you click the "Continue" button below, you will need to upgrade your web browser to a version that supports 128-bit encryption.</blockquote>

SSL - 128 bit encryption instead of 40 bit?

Hi,
I setup my Tomcat 4.0.3 server to use SSL as directed in a book on servlets that I bought from sun press. Everything works fine, the server starts with SSL support and you can access it with https:, download the cert, etc. I downloaded jsse 1.0.2 jar files and put them into my /jre/lib/ext/ dir as directed and created the keystore for the key with:
keytool -genkey -alias tomcat -keyalg RSA -validity 730
also directed by the book.
My problem is that the keys generated are using 40 bit encryption instead of strong 128. I want to make the site as secure as possible and I'm wondering how to do that. I followed the directions exactly, downloaded the version of jsse for us/canada and yet my certs still say that they were encrypted with 40 bit not 128 bit encryption.
Mike

My problem is that the keys generated are using 40 bit
encryption instead of 128. What client do you use to connect to Tomcat?
If the client does not support 128 bit keys for RC4, the browser
and SSL 3.0 may negotiate a weaker session encryption key,
in your case 40 bit.
I don't use Tomcat, but with my web server you can configure
the SSL protocol versions it accepts, and the ciphers it accepts;
ie I can switch off everything other than RC4-128. -- Can the same
thing be done in Tomcat, and how can it be done?

I need 128 bit encryption to use a goverment site

I need to go to this web site for a job app. it won't let me submit my information because it says I need 128 bit encryption

Firefox does support 128 bit encryption, so you can ignore that warning on the browser check page.
*http://www.opm.gov/e-QIP/browser-check.asp
If websites complain about 128 bit encryption not available then that can be caused by the "U;" that is no longer present in the Firefox user agent.
* http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User_agent#Encryption_strength_notations
Firefox supports 256 bit encryption ciphers since Firefox 2 was released in 2002.
*https://www.fortify.net/sslcheck.html

Does firefox browser support 128-bit SSL?

I am trying to access a bank i work for who just upgraded their system.

Firefox supports 256 bit since 2002 in Firefox 2, so 128 bit is no problem.
* https://www.fortify.net/sslcheck.html
If websites complain about 128 bit encryption not available then that can be caused by the "U;" that is no longer present in the Firefox 4 user agent.
*http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User_agent#Encryption_strength_notations
You can see the current user agent on the Help > Troubleshooting Information page.
You can try to add "U;" via variations for the user agent setting like posted below via the pref general.useragent.override to see if that works.
If you update Firefox then you need to adjust the Gecko (rv:) and Firefox version to reflect the currently installed version.
Some examples (Vista is 6.0 - Windows 7 is 6.1):
* Mozilla/5.0 (Windows NT 6.0; U; rv:2.0.1) Gecko/20100101 Firefox/4.0.1
* Mozilla/5.0 (Windows; U; Windows NT 6.0; en-US; rv:2.0.1) Gecko/20100101 Firefox/4.0.1
* User Agent Switcher: https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/59

I need at least 128 bit encryption to access secure sites. What level of encryption does Firefox have and how do I check it?

Many banking sites require you to confirm that you have at least 128 bit encryption on your browser. I allowed a site to check the encryption on my browser (Firefox/Windows) and was told I didn't have at least 128 bit encryption. I'm not the most computer savvy, so I don't know how to check or increase encryption, so if someone could guide me, I'd really appreciate it.

Right-click on the web page and select '''View Page Info'''. The '''Security''' tab will show the level of encryption being used in "Technical Details" at the bottom of that tab.
Firefox matches the level of encryption used by any secure website, and will easily do more that 128-bit encryption.

New iPad asks for WiFi password. There is none. My WiFi uses WEP 128 bit encryption, but there is no "password" to enter.

Brand new to the iPad. It's asking for a password to the WiFi network in my home. There is no "password" as such associated with this WiFi network. It uses WEP 128 bit encryption where each byte is a hexadecimal number and is called a "key" Typing this lengthy thing in gives me no results. The iPad keeps on asking for a password. I have three computers and a DVD hooked to the network which has been working for a decade, so that's not the issue.
Basically I'm stuck not being able to get onto the WiFi system.

iOS 6 Wifi Problems/Fixes
Fix For iOS 6 WiFi Problems?
http://tabletcrunch.com/2012/09/27/fix-ios-6-wifi-problems/
Did iOS 6 Screw Your Wi-Fi? Here’s How to Fix It
http://gizmodo.com/5944761/does-ios-6-have-a-wi+fi-bug
How To Fix Wi-Fi Connectivity Issue After Upgrading To iOS 6
http://www.iphonehacks.com/2012/09/fix-wi-fi-connectivity-issue-after-upgrading- to-ios-6.html
iOS 6 iPad 3 wi-fi "connection fix" for netgear router
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsWS4ha-dn0
Apple's iOS 6 Wi-Fi problems
http://www.zdnet.com/apples-ios-6-wi-fi-problems-linger-on-7000004799/
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Look at iOS Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1398
iPad: Issues connecting to Wi-Fi networks http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3304
WiFi Connecting/Troubleshooting
http://www.apple.com/support/ipad/wifi/
How to Fix: My iPad Won't Connect to WiFi
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/ss/How-To-Fix-My-Ipad-Wont-Connect -To-Wi-Fi.htm
iOS: Connecting to the Internet
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1695
iOS: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4199
Additional things to try.
Try this first. Turn Off your iPad. Then turn Off (disconnect power cord for 30 seconds or longer) the wireless router & then back On. Now boot your iPad. Hopefully it will see the WiFi.
Go to Settings>Wi-Fi and turn Off. Then while at Settings>Wi-Fi, turn back On and chose a Network.
Change the channel on your wireless router (Auto or Channel 6 is best). Instructions at http://macintoshhowto.com/advanced/how-to-get-a-good-range-on-your-wireless-netw ork.html
Another thing to try - Go into your router security settings and change from WEP to WPA with AES.
How to Quickly Fix iPad 3 Wi-Fi Reception Problems
http://osxdaily.com/2012/03/21/fix-new-ipad-3-wi-fi-reception-problems/
If none of the above suggestions work, look at this link.
iPad Wi-Fi Problems: Comprehensive List of Fixes
http://appletoolbox.com/2010/04/ipad-wi-fi-problems-comprehensive-list-of-fixes/
Fix iPad Wifi Connection and Signal Issues http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwWtIG5jUxE
Fix Slow WiFi Issue https://discussions.apple.com/thread/2398063?start=60&tstart=0
Unable to Connect After iOS Update - saw this solution on another post.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4010130
Note - When troubleshooting wifi connection problems, don't hold your iPad by hand. There have been a few reports that holding the iPad by hand, seems to attenuate the wifi signal.
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If any of the above solutions work, please post back what solved your problem. It will help others with the same problem.
 Cheers, Tom

How do I get 128-bit encryption in Firefox 4.0 for a financial website?

I need 128-bit encryption capability on my web browser in order to use a specific financial website for bill paying, The site's encryption test shows that Firefox 4.0 (newly installed) does not provide that level of security. Help?

I think the www.opm.gov site may be looking for the '''U''' that was in the Firefox 3.6 and earlier useragents as it was one of the things removed in Firefox 4.0 and newer useagents. The site says it recognizes the browser but does not detect that your web browser supports 128-bit high encryption which contradicts.
The "U" stands for "USA" (for the version with 128-bit encryption) (since 1996).

XI - 128 Bit encryption

Whether XI (3.0, SP 16) is capable of doing 128 bit SSL Encryption? We are in the process of making a bridge with our external partners (B2B).
We want to install Certificates, and want to do the Encryption?
Who will install the Certificates? From where we can buy these certificates?
Who will do this process?
What are all the other points that we need to remember when we do this 128 bit Encryption?
Thanks

Hi,
SSL is supported by WebAS, and XI is just an application on top of it. The certificates are entered using the Visual Administrator, and also in the ABAP environment, depending on whether you also plan to use it with the SOAP adapter. The configuration is normally done by the basis person.
128-bit is supported. You can get certificates from various providers, e.g. Verisign. To work with a partner who has an user certificate, that user will have to provide you with his public certificate.
The XI Configuration Guide that comes with the installation CD have the instructions. Also, you can access that following weblogs for additional info:
/people/gregor.wolf3/blog/2005/10/11/setup-https-ssl-for-the-sneak-preview-sap-netweaver-04-abap-edition-on-windows
/people/thomas.jung3/blog/2005/05/13/calling-webservices-from-abap-via-https
Regards,
Bill

128 bit encryption for e-qip????? Is it possiable to open this site with version 33.0

As ive seen in other posts Im having a problem with the e-qip website. It states that I dont have 128 bit encryption. Im running firefox 33.0 It has a walk through on how to configure firefox to work with the site but the directions are obviously old and I dont have any of the controls they are adjusting!

The Mozilla browsers which include Firefox has supported 256-bit even encryption for a long time now.
The issue could perhaps be the e-qip site is still looking for the old obsolete '''U''' in the useragent which was used to specify the encryption strength of 128-bit though 256-bit has been supported for a long while already at time by Mozilla applications. This "U" was removed in Firefox useragent as of 4.0 which was released March 22nd, 2011. The old 3.6.x was the last to have it.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User_agent#Encryption_strength_notations
https://hacks.mozilla.org/2010/09/final-user-agent-string-for-firefox-4/

I am currently using a desk top imac with firefox as the browser. I need to access a website that requires 128 bit encryption. How do I increase bit encryption?

when I log into view my accounts, a pop up asks me to use either explorer or netscape with 128 bit encryption. since i use a mac, i do not have either. can i up the encryption using firefox?

https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/questions/903234
see also SSL Encryption Report( fortify net) in '''cor-el''' reply, in support.mozilla link inside the above link.
thank you

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