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Could not initialize the application's security component. The most likely cause is problems with files in your application's profile directory.

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mike12345
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Could not initialize the application's security component. The most likely cause is problems with files in your application's profile directory..

Could not initialize the application's security component. The most likely cause is problems with files in your application's profile directory..

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TonyE
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This link shows how to resolve it - https://support.mozilla.com/kb/Could+not+initialize+the+browser+security+component