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Passwords Exported in ClearText (.csv)

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Description

When exporting connections using the .csv, the password is displayed in clear text. The doesn't occur when exporting to .xml.

To reproduce on Windows 10 build (1803):

  1. Select File, Export to File.
  2. Select the file format for .csv.
  3. Export and open file.

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Research direction

Start by tracing the File > Export to File flow for CSV and compare it with the XML export path. Reproduce the Windows 10 steps, then verify that exported CSV files no longer display passwords in clear text while the existing XML behavior remains unaffected.

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Assessment

Tech stack
csharp
Domain
desktop, security
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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