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Patch Wednesday Day (14/100) - Firefox 125.0.3+build1-0ubuntu0.20.04.1 Update

Ashwani Paliwal
May 9, 2024

Firefox 125.0.3+build1-0ubuntu0.20.04.1 Update

In today's edition, we'll focus on updating Mozilla Firefox to version 125.0.3+build1-0ubuntu0.20.04.1 from version 125.0.2+build1-0ubuntu0.20.04.2 on Ubuntu 20.04

To check if this patch is relevant to you:

Check Ubuntu Version

  • Open a terminal on your Ubuntu system and run the following command “lsb_release -a
  • This command will display detailed information about your Ubuntu system, including the version number. Ensure that the output shows "20.04" as the version.

Verify Firefox Version

  • Open a terminal on your Ubuntu system and run the following command “firefox --version
  • This command will show the current version of Firefox installed on your Ubuntu system. Verify that the output displays "125.0.2+build1-0ubuntu0.20.04.2" as the version.

For further information and support related to this patch, please refer to the support page.

Patch Details 

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Manual Patch deployment

1. Download from Ubuntu Repository

  • Open a terminal and update your package repository by running the following command : “sudo apt update
  • Upgrade Firefox to the latest version using the following command : “sudo apt upgrade firefox

2. Using Manual Download

  • Visit the Mozilla Firefox website or use a trusted source to download Firefox version 125.0.3+build1-0ubuntu0.20.04.1 for Ubuntu 20.04.
  • Extract the downloaded package and move it to the appropriate directory (/opt).
  • Create a symbolic link for easy access using the following command “sudo ln -s /opt/firefox/firefox /usr/bin/firefox
  • Validate Patch Deployment: using the following command “firefox --version”

3. Verify that Firefox is now at version 125.0.3+build1-0ubuntu0.20.04.1.

By following these steps, you can ensure your Firefox browser is updated to the latest version on Ubuntu 20.04, enhancing security and performance.

Important Note:

  1. There are several key things to remember while deploying a patch. It is crucial to download the correct patch file that has been released for your system’s architecture, Operating System, and Build Version
  2. It is crucial that you follow the right process or supply the correct commands while installing the patch
  3. Understand if the patch requires a reboot of the system or not. If yes make sure to perform a reboot securely to avoid system corruption

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