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Notepad++ vulnerability allows data reading and modification

A HMAC TOCTOU flaw in Notepad++ allows bypassing access restrictions.

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The fact

The open-source text editor is exposed to read and write attacks.

Users are urged to apply patches as soon as they become available.

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Why it matters

Cette faille expose les utilisateurs à des risques de fuite ou d'altération de fichiers sensibles, notamment dans des environnements professionnels où Notepad++ est largement utilisé pour l'édition de scripts ou de configurations.

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