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Re:Web Writable Files API: Simplifying Local File Access by abtinf on Monday November 12, 2018 @07:22PM (#18437245)
Even if it doesn't result in executable code, there are dangers - browser-based ransomware attacks.
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Re:Web Writable Files API: Simplifying Local File Access by joshfraser on Monday November 12, 2018 @08:35PM (#18437656)
That's a terrifying thought.

Congrats, you're two clicks away from having your entire machine bricked & held for ransom.

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