Notepad++ < 8.9.6.2 Arbitrary Code Execution

The version of Notepad++ installed on the remote host is prior to 8.9.6.2. It is, therefore, affected by an arbitrary code execution vulnerability: - An arbitrary code execution vulnerability exists due to improper handling of shortcuts.xml files. A previous fix in version 8.9.6.1 was incomplete,...

Exploit for CVE-2026-48800

CVE-2026-48800 — Notepad++ Arbitrary Code Execution PoC Sev...

Notepad++ 8.9 Persistence Module

This Metasploit post-exploitation module abuses a legitimate Notepad++ feature by modifying the shortcuts.xml configuration file to register a custom external tool. The added tool appears in the Notepad++ Run menu and executes a user-defined command when manually selected by the user. This...