Firefox Version 144.0.2: Comprehensive Bug Fixes and Improvements
Mozilla has rolled out an important update for Firefox, releasing version 144.0.2. This latest iteration focuses on resolving numerous bugs and enhancing user experience across different operating systems. Users can now download this version to address startup crashes on Windows and compatibility issues with OneDrive, alongside other significant fixes particularly relevant to macOS users.
Key Fixes in Firefox 144.0.2
The following is a summary of critical changes made in the Firefox 144.0.2 update:
- Resolved an issue in
about:settingswhere the language localization list showed unsupported locales.(Refer to Bug 1994642) - Enhanced accessibility by fixing the keyboard functionality for the Unified Search dropdown, ensuring it expands consistently.(Details in Bug 1979826)
- Fixed the issue on Microsoft OneDrive’s “For You”page, where curated photo collections previously loaded a gray screen instead of content.(See Bug 1986533)
- Addressed a startup crash problem for Windows users running Avast or similar security software.(For more information, visit Bug 1992678)
- Rectified a malfunctioning emoji picker on macOS that stopped functioning when switching between applications.(More details in Bug 1980815)
- Fixed issues regarding dragging images from Firefox to third-party applications like Preview on macOS.(Refer to Bug 1995345)
- Improved performance and video playback on macOS 14.6 (Tahoe) during high system load conditions.(For complete information, see Bug 1995638)
- Resolved a browser hanging issue on macOS 14.6 (Tahoe) caused by circular references in bookmark folders.(Refer to Bug 1995621)
Security Enhancements
In addition to performance improvements, Firefox 144.0.2 addresses a critical security flaw classified under CVE-2025-12380. This vulnerability is related to a use-after-free error found in WebGPU internals, which could be exploited through a compromised child process, highlighting the importance of updating to the latest version for enhanced security.
How to Update
To upgrade to Firefox 144.0.2, navigate to Menu > Help > About Firefox. Users can find complete release notes on Mozilla’s website. For background context, reference the release notes from version 144, which introduced several major features and changes.
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