NEWS  Software  April 30, 2024  Reading time: 2 Minute(s)

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Mozilla has released another update for its Firefox browser, addressing critical bugs and improving overall stability. Version 125.0.3 is now available in the Release channel and includes fixes for various issues reported by users, such as a mysterious blank tab, text corruption, incorrect font selection for Japanese users, and more.

This update comes after an earlier release to resolve problems caused by newly introduced download protections, which were rolled back due to user feedback.

What's Fixed in Firefox 125.0.3?

Firefox 125.0.3 brings several crucial bug fixes to improve the user experience. Here is a summary of the issues resolved in this release:

1. Extra Blank Tab: Resolved an issue causing an unexpected blank tab with the address `0.0.0.1` when launching Firefox with another instance already running.
2. Incorrect Font Selection for Japanese Users: Fixed a problem that could lead to incorrect font selection in certain scenarios for users with the Japanese locale set.
3. Text Corruption on Linux: Addressed text corruption when dragging text containing Unicode characters on Linux systems.
4. Generator/Async Function Error: Corrected a flaw involving `arguments.length` checks inside of a generator or async function, even when arguments were not used.
5. Inconsistent Focus Handling: Fixed an issue leading to inconsistent focus handling for certain elements when opened.

Download Protections Rolled Back

Due to user reports of "unexpected problems" with download security in previous releases, Mozilla disabled recent security improvements for downloads from untrustworthy URLs in version 125.0.3. The feature is expected to return in a future release, but it is not part of this update.

How to Update Firefox

To ensure you have the latest version, open Firefox and go to Menu > Help > About Firefox. The browser will automatically check for updates and apply them if available. Alternatively, you can download the latest version from the official Mozilla website or the Microsoft Store for Windows 10 and 11 users.

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