Key Transparency for the Fediverse
4 days ago
- #EndToEndEncryption
- #KeyTransparency
- #Fediverse
- Announcement of a reference implementation for the Public Key Directory (PKD) server, a key component for secure end-to-end encryption in the Fediverse.
- The PKD server and client-side PHP SDK are now available on GitHub, marking a significant milestone in the project.
- Instructions provided for setting up the PKD server locally, emphasizing it's not yet production-ready (v0.1.0).
- Discussion on the importance of Key Transparency for ensuring secure communications by verifying public keys via an immutable ledger.
- Explanation of public key cryptography basics and the role of Key Transparency in solving key management challenges.
- Overview of the project architecture, including the interaction between instances, the PKD, and the transparency log.
- Future plans include advocating for Fediverse software adoption, developing more SDKs, and ensuring high software assurance standards.
- The path forward involves rolling out Key Transparency across the Fediverse, focusing on E2EE implementation, and extending PKD to secure other protocols.
- Addresses common questions about the project, including its approach to crypto agility, decentralization, and comparison with Trust-On-First-Use (TOFU).