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The extended-path tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about Windows path handling, particularly the MapUrlToZone API and its improper resolution of path equivalence. This security weakness can allow attackers to bypass security zoning, making remote or network resources appear more trusted. Topics include legacy Windows components, URL zoning classification, and related security bypasses. The tag is relevant for IT professionals and security researchers interested in Windows internals, path equivalence vulnerabilities, and system security.
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    MapUrlToZone Path Equivalence: Windows Security Bypass Explained

    Windows’ long-standing URL zoning system has been shown to contain a dangerous weakness: an improper resolution of path equivalence in the MapUrlToZone API that can allow an attacker to bypass security zoning and make remote or network resources appear more trusted than they are. Overview...
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    • browser compatibility bypass-exploitation cve-2025-21247 cve-2025-21328 cwe-41 dot-segments enterprise security extended-path mapurltozone office-hyperlinks patch management path equivalence percent-encoding security bypass urlmon vulnerability detection windows security wininet zone-mapping
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