MetaMask / MetaMask/metamask-extension

[Bug]: Metamask 13.42.0.0 on Firefox doesn't load (loads forever)

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cs-triaged external-contributor regression-prod-13.42.0 Sev1-high team-extension-platform type-bug
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Description

### Describe the bug

It's the same issue that comes and goes every month. When opening Metamask and when inputting the passphrase, the wallet just loads forever.

### Expected behavior

_No response_

### Screenshots/Recordings

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### Steps to reproduce

1. Open Metamask
2. Get asked about the passphrase
3. Input it
4. Wait forever

### Error messages or log output

```shell

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### Where was this bug found?

Live version (from official store)

### Version

13.42.0.0

### Build type

None

### Browser

Firefox

### Operating system

Windows

### Hardware wallet

_No response_

### Additional context

_No response_

### Severity

_No response_

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Research direction

Reproduce the issue using the stated steps with MetaMask 13.42.0.0 on Firefox and Windows, then inspect the available extension behavior around passphrase entry; the report names no files, tests, or error output. Done means the wallet completes loading after the passphrase is entered in the reported environment and the recurring failure is covered by a verified regression check.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
authentication, security
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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