Microsoft has patched a severe security vulnerability tied to Notepad's Markdown feature. Here's what you need to know to remain safe.

In 2024, Microsoft officially removed WordPad from Windows 11, in a blow to longtime users of the app. WordPad was a useful tool for many, offering a middle-ground between the simplicity of Notepad ...

The flaw exploits Notepad’s recently added support for Markdown, a formatting language used on websites and in files, to run malicious code on a Windows PC.

Windows Notepad An AI-powered Notepad seems like an odd choice. If I’m composing an email, I’ll use Outlook. If I’m writing an article, I use Microsoft Word. But I do sometimes use Notepad to draft a ...