cve 2026 25645

CVE-2026-25645 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Python Requests before version 2.33.0. The flaw resides in the extract_zipped_paths() function, which can reuse predictable temporary files, enabling a local attacker to substitute malicious content under specific conditions. While not a remote exploit, it highlights risks in trusted libraries and temporary file handling. For Windows administrators and developers, the key takeaway is to scrutinize dependency utility functions rather than treat them as harmless plumbing. This tag covers discussions about the vulnerability, its implications for Windows environments, and best practices for patching and secure development.