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Discussions about the command prompt exploit tag on WindowsForum.com focus on security vulnerabilities that can be exploited via the Windows command prompt. A key topic is the Windows 11 'inetpub' folder, which appeared after a Patch Tuesday update in April 2025 to address the CVE-2025-21204 security flaw. This flaw could allow attackers to access and modify files, potentially using command prompt techniques. The folder is associated with Internet Information Services (IIS), and Microsoft advises against deleting it. Users share concerns about how such exploits could leave PCs vulnerable and discuss mitigation steps. The tag covers command-line attack vectors and related security patches.
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    Windows 11 ‘inetpub’ Folder Security Risk: How It Could Leave PCs Vulnerable

    Here’s a summary of the key points from the Petri.com article “Windows 11 ‘inetpub’ Folder May Expose PCs to Security Risks”: In April 2025, a new “inetpub” folder began appearing on Windows PCs after a Patch Tuesday update. Microsoft created this folder to fix the CVE-2025-21204 security flaw...
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