Firefox Users Urged to Update Before Expiring Root Certificate Causes Disruptions
Mozilla warns that failing to update to Firefox version 128 or higher by March 14 could disable add-ons, break DRM media, and create security risks.
- Mozilla's root certificate, essential for verifying add-ons and DRM-protected content, will expire on March 14, 2025.
- Users running Firefox versions older than 128 (or ESR 115.13 for extended support users) may face issues like disabled add-ons and broken streaming services.
- The expiring certificate could also compromise security protections, exposing users to malicious add-ons, fraudulent websites, and password breaches.
- The issue affects Firefox on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, but not iOS due to its independent root certificate system.
- Mozilla strongly advises updating to the latest Firefox version to avoid disruptions and maintain browser security and functionality.