How can I protect myself from SMS spam tools like Bombitup while using Firefox?

Hello, I recently heard about an app called “Bombitup” that can send a large number of SMS messages repeatedly to a phone number. I am concerned about how such tools migh… (baca lebih lanjut)

Hello,

I recently heard about an app called “Bombitup” that can send a large number of SMS messages repeatedly to a phone number. I am concerned about how such tools might be used for spam or harassment.

My question is: Can tools like this affect online privacy or browser security in any way? Also, are there any settings or features in Firefox that can help protect users from spam-related websites or services connected to such tools?

I would appreciate any advice on how to stay safe online and avoid potential spam or abuse.

Thank you.

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"Header Field Too Long" error when logging into Microsoft Web Apps on Mac

When logging into microsoft web apps using Firefox 140.9.0esr (aarch64) on my MacBook Pro, I get an error message reading "Bad Request - Header Field Too Long. HTTP Error… (baca lebih lanjut)

When logging into microsoft web apps using Firefox 140.9.0esr (aarch64) on my MacBook Pro, I get an error message reading "Bad Request - Header Field Too Long. HTTP Error 400. A request header field is too long." This error page loads after I sign-in using my workplace credentials on the sign-in page. For example, going to outlook.office365.com/mail.

I've done some searching online already for solutions and have tried: 1) turning off enhanced tracking protection for this site 2) turning off all browser add-ons and extensions 3) regenerating the cookies4.sqlite* files in the Firefox Profiles folder 4) starting in "Troubleshoot Mode"

The only thing that's worked has been to start Firefox in the mode where windows are not private, and then select "New Private Window" from the File menu. Within that window I can log in successfully to Microsoft Web Apps. BUT, when I turn on "Always Use Private Browsing Mode" in the settings and restart firefox, I get the "Header Field Too Long" error message even though the browser window is private. I'd like to run in Always Use Private Browsing mode.

Ideas and help? TIA Dave

My system: Firefox 140.9.0 esr (aarch64) MacBook Pro, Mac14.6, Apple M2 Max with 12 cores, 32 GB memory macOS 26.3.1

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