microsoft / microsoft/PowerToys
[Runner] Mutex inconsistency in HotkeyConflictManager causes data race
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Since Apr 29, 2026.
- #47362 by @copilot-swe-agent — closed without merging
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Description
## Bug
RemoveHotkeyByModule/GetJson acquire hotkeyMutex, but AddHotkey/HasConflict/Enable/Disable do NOT. Data race on internal maps.
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