The Tor Browser 13.5.6 has been released with crucial security updates for Firefox and several enhancements and bug fixes across all platforms.
Notably, NoScript has been updated to version 11.4.40, and issues such as download spam prevention affecting browser extensions have been resolved (bug tor-browser#42832).
Bug Fixes:
- tor-browser#42832: Resolved an issue where download spam prevention was affecting browser extensions.
- tor-browser#43167: Rebasing of Tor Browser Stable onto Firefox 115.16.0esr.
- tor-browser#43173: Backported security fixes from Firefox version 131.
For Windows, macOS, and Linux users, Firefox has been updated to 115.16.0esr, with additional fixes like removing the hash check on updates (bug tor-browser#42737) and implementing the YEC 2024 Takeover for Desktop Stable (bug tor-browser#43098).
Windows and macOS users benefit from continued support for older systems, including Windows 7/8 and macOS versions 10.12-10.14 (bug tor-browser#42747).
Android users will see an update to GeckoView 115.16.0esr and the YEC 2024 Takeover for Android Stable (bug tor-browser#43099).
The Tor Project encourages users to provide feedback on the new release. Whether reporting bugs or suggesting improvements, user input is vital for continuously enhancing the browser.
The development team is committed to addressing user concerns and incorporating valuable suggestions into future updates.
The full changelog for Tor Browser 13.5.6 is available for those interested in a detailed breakdown of all changes and fixes. Users are advised to update their browsers promptly for the latest security enhancements and features.
Tor Browser 13.5.2 is now available from the Tor Browser download page and also from the distribution directory.
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