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Here is a summary and temporary fix for the Windows 11 "inetpub" folder vulnerability, based on the article you referenced:
Overview: Inetpub Folder Vulnerability
Starting with the April 2025 Windows 11 update, a new empty inetpub folder is automatically created on every system at C:\inetpub...
