Claude Code v2.1.281 ·
Windows credential stores added to the protected-path read-deny list
On Windows, the Credentials, Vault and Protect folders are now protected paths that cannot be read
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What
Claude Code keeps a list of protected paths that commands are not allowed to read. On Windows it now includes:
This matches the existing macOS entry for Library/Keychains. Entries in the list also gain a place flag.
Why
Windows credential stores now get the same read protection the macOS keychain folder already had.
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