An update to the X app (formerly Twitter) has allowed some Brazilian users to access the platform again, even after the recently imposed court order.
The information was confirmed by Basílio Rodriguez Perez, advisor to the Brazilian Association of Internet and Telecommunications Providers (Abrint), in an interview with CNN 360° .
According to Perez, the update occurred overnight and caused the application to access a service known as a “reverse proxy”, using CDNs (Content Delivery Networks) such as CloudFlare.
“The application itself started accessing networks other than X’s own network,” explained the specialist.
Automatic updates and technical implications
The Abrint advisor highlighted that application updates are common and generally automatic, aiming at security and functionality improvements.
In the case of X, the change appears to have been intentional to find an alternative way of access.
Perez highlighted that the original block requested by the courts was complied with by the providers, but the new situation presents technical challenges.
“Now they are not using X’s network, they are using a CloudFlare service which is a cloud service that is all over the world and has 24 million website domains within that network,” he explained.
Block complexity and next steps
The current situation makes blocking more complex, as broader actions could affect other essential internet services.
“If we block CloudFlare, even CNN will go off the air,” explained Perez, highlighting the need to wait for new guidelines from Anatel or the courts.
The advisor also explained why some users are able to access X while others are not.
The difference is related to the DNS (Domain Name System) used. Users who access public DNS, such as those from Google or CloudFlare, can bypass the block, while those who use DNS from operators with restrictions remain without access.
The situation highlights the technical complexity involved in implementing court decisions in the digital sphere, demanding more specific and detailed solutions to effectively restrict access to the platform without affecting other essential internet services.
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Source: CNN Brasil
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