launch-editor: `fs.existsSync()` existence check can be bypassed on Windows
High-risk advisory
CVE-2026-112942
Summary
launch-editor: `fs.existsSync()` existence check can be bypassed on Windows
Why it matters
GitHub has published a reviewed security advisory for launch-editor. Prioritize it with other application dependency updates.
Operator check
Check whether launch-editor is present in application dependency manifests, lockfiles, or build images. Review the GitHub advisory and upgrade to a patched version where available. CVSS score: 7.5.
Sources
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