Cloudflare has introduced end-to-end encryption for its video calling app Orange Meets, open-sourcing the implementation for transparency. This solution leverages Messaging Layer Security (MLS) for secure group communication, emphasizing privacy and security for users and developers. #MLS #OrangeMeets
Keypoints
- Orange Meets now features end-to-end encryption using the standardized MLS protocol.
- The implementation is built with Rust and utilizes WebRTC for client-side encryption.
- Cloudflare has developed a “Designated Committer Algorithm” to manage dynamic group membership securely.
- A “safety number” displayed in sessions helps users verify cryptographic states and prevent MitM attacks.
- Orange Meets is designed as a technical prototype mainly for developers, researchers, and privacy enthusiasts.