how to make one type only exception for untrusted connection?
Connecting via https to a site with an expired security certification gives this pages in Firefox http://i.imgur.com/TuK9k.png
I don't want to add a permanent exception I only want to continue this single time. How do I select that?
Chrome lets me do that http://i.imgur.com/6N0XY.png
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Hi,
After you click Add Exception..., the next window has an option to Permanently store this exception. If it is not enabled (ticked), the exception would be temporary.
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Useful links:
Going beyond Tools > Options - about:config
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Firefox Profile Folder & Files
Gewysig op
Thanks!
I then only add a request that Firefox/Mozilla clarify the buttons and text on those pages. The phrase "Add exception" sounds permanent. Add an extra button on the first page that allows for a quick, onetime exception. Note that it is also unclear for the user what non-permanent means in this context. Only one connection? Until the browser is closed? Or something else?
As a follow up question, is there some about:config value I can set to make that "permanent" box unchecked by default?
The validity of the temporary exception is until the browser is closed.
I have no idea about unchecking the box by default. I think it is the default feature now. But you can always override that in Tools (Alt + T) > Options > Advanced > Encryption > View Certificates > Servers.
Not sure of the consequences, but you can try to make the cert_override.txt of the profile read only.
Please also check this add-on. Personally I've never used it. Please go through the reviews and ratings and the add-on support topics.