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This popular Windows software used by millions has a serious security vulnerability - here's what you need to know

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Iconic file archiving tool WinRAR has received a security update addressing a serious flaw that could let attackers run arbitrary code on affected systems.

The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-6218, was identified in the way WinRAR handles file paths within archives.

It was discovered by a researcher known as whs3-detonator, working with Trend Micro’s Zero Day Initiative.

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