Burp Suite: Page keeps on loading after proxy is configured on Firefox to record activities

Question

When I set proxy to record activities in Burp Suite, URL keeps on loading, though manually without proxy it works. Its only while recording with Proxy, URL keeps on loading.

Answer 1

You need to add a certificate for Burp proxy to your browser. The easiest way to get the certificate is to point your browser at the proxy and go to http://burp the hit the 'CA Certificate' button in the top right side of the window. Once downloaded follow these instructions https://support.portswigger.net/customer/portal/articles/1783075-installing-burp-s-ca-certificate-in-your-browser.