Notepad++ boosts update security with ‘double-lock’ mechanism

Notepad++ has adopted a "double-lock" design for its update mechanism to address recently exploited security gaps that ...

Use Notepad's new Markdown feature? Update it now to ensure you're safe.

Microsoft has patched a severe security vulnerability tied to Notepad's Markdown feature. Here's what you need to know to remain safe.
PC Magazine

Chinese Hackers Hit Notepad++ to Serve Malicious Update

If you use Notepad++, it's time to update. Hackers compromised the free text and coding editor to distribute a malicious update via the auto-update function. Notepad++ developer Don Ho detected the ...
PC Magazine

OpenClaw Is the Hot New AI Agent, But Is It Safe to Use?

OpenClaw Is the Hot New AI Agent, But Is It Safe to Use? Previously Clawdbot and then Moltbot, this agent can take actions without you having to prompt it and make those decisions by accessing large ...
OSTechNix

Notepad++ 8.9.2 Introduces “Double-Lock” Security to Fix the Update Hijack

Worried about the Notepad++ supply chain attack? Notepad++ 8.9.2 adds "Double-Lock" security to stop malware hijacking.