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Long-Hidden Flaws Patched in EPICS Research Facility Control Software

Four EPICS Base flaws found by an autonomous system could let attackers crash processes at particle accelerators and fusion labs.

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Long-Hidden Flaws Patched in EPICS Research Facility Control Software SecurityWeek · securityweek.com · Oct 28, 2026 · Primary source
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