Securing Firefox: How to avoid hacker attacks on Mozilla's browser

However, Firefox users should be aware that hackers can exploit software flaws and design features to launch drive-by attacks.

The following configuration changes, recommended by CERT/CC, can disable various features and set up the browser to run in a secure state, limiting the damage from malware attacks.

Click here to see our extended gallery with tips/tricks to configure Firefox to run securely.

For more on browser security, see this CERT/CC document.

ALSO SEE:

* How to run Internet Explorer securely.

* How to run Apple Safari browser securely.

[UPDATE: July 10,2007 @ 9:25 AM] As a few readers have pointed out, these CERT/CC recommendations came from an older version of Firefox.  On newer versions, the display screens will vary  slightly but the advice/recommendations still apply.  I was aware of this and spoke to Will Dorman of CERT/CC before this posting.  He is updating the document to reflect the latest browser versions but, as noted before, these tips still apply, even on fully updated browsers.