Firefox is a famous browser that many users set as their default browser. The pool of users include Linux distros, such as Ubuntu and Fedora Workstation.
Because of how many people rely on Firefox, the company has released systematic instructions for users to install an updated cyber security build of Firefox on Linux.
Security Changes
With Firefox updated, there will be some security changes. These changes include:
- Disabled Firefox telemetry and AI features
- Changed default search engines
- Strengthened enhanced tracking protection
- Enabled fingerprinting protection
- HTTPS-Only mode turned on
- A NoScript extension installation
- Enabling DNS over HTTPS
Why the Change?
Many computer users rely on Firefox because the program applies an extensive privacy-related focus.
By hardening the mainstream of Firefox, you can stay on the fastest security-update track. Users can decide which features to disable and maintain control on what they can look up. In addition, updating Firefox can reverse individual changes if a website stop properly loading.
Mozilla is offering granular security and privacy options. Users can access advanced settings or regular settings to disable features they do not want to use.
The Process of Updating Firefox
For anyone looking to update Firefox, they should make sure that their computer is running the most recent version.
Here is a simplified rundown of the process:
- Disable Firefox Telemetry-look for your search preferences and change their values
- Disable Firefox AI Features-check what content will be blocked before you activate it
- Change the Default Search Engine
- Strengthen Tracking Protection
- Enable Fingerprinting Protection-add stronger protection against browser fingerprinting
- Enable DDNS over HTTPS
- Enable HTTPS-Only Mode
- Install a Script-Blocking Extension-preferably NoScript
A Stronger and Safer Browser
By completing the process, Firefox should run significantly stronger and smoother regarding security and privacy protections. Less data will be sent to Mozilla, and Firefox will be more resistant against tracking techniques.
If any changes break a website compatibility, one can simply revisit the process and reverse them individually without having to undo the entire configuration.
If you have Linux and use Firefox, you can read the full rundown of the process off TechNewsWorld’s article.
Link: https://www.technewsworld.com/story/how-to-harden-firefox-for-better-security-on-linux-177668.html
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