REDlauncher 3.6.1.2

Here are recurring questions and related user issues concerning REDlauncher, focusing on known security problems and breaches:

1. Are there known vulnerabilities in REDlauncher that lead to application crashes?

Yes, users have reported consistent crashes when using REDlauncher, particularly with Cyberpunk 2077. Crashes frequently show Exception code: 0xc0000005, indicating memory access violations. These crashes have persisted for several months without a definitive fix.

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2. Does REDlauncher conflict with system components, causing instability?

There have been reports of REDlauncher conflicts with critical system components. Users noted repeated crashes of REDlauncher.exe linked to the module ntdll.dll, particularly after updates like patch 1.6 of Cyberpunk 2077. Such conflicts have led to substantial instability for some users.

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3. Are there concerns about REDlauncher collecting user data without consent?

Yes, some users raised concerns about REDlauncher potentially logging into associated GOG accounts automatically and collecting user data without explicit user consent. The lack of clear communication from CD PROJEKT RED about data collection practices has increased user apprehension.

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4. Is REDlauncher susceptible to unauthorized modifications or hijacking?

While no widespread incidents of hijacking REDlauncher have been reported publicly, concerns have been raised generally regarding the security of game launchers. Such launchers may become targets for remote code execution vulnerabilities if not adequately secured.

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5. Does REDlauncher have issues with graphical user interface (GUI) loading failures?

Yes, reports indicate REDlauncher occasionally fails to load its graphical user interface, particularly when operating under compatibility layers like WINE. In these cases, users experience timeouts that bypass the launcher UI and directly initiate the game.

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6. Are there persistent crash issues with REDlauncher on specific games?

Persistent crashes have been observed when using REDlauncher for launching games like The Witcher 3, particularly characterized by Problem Event Name: BEX and Exception Code: c0000005. These crashes suggest ongoing unresolved stability issues within the launcher.

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7. Is REDlauncher considered safe by security software?

REDlauncher.exe, officially developed by CD PROJEKT S.A., is recognized as a legitimate executable.

8. Can REDlauncher be disabled or bypassed to mitigate issues?

Users facing persistent problems with REDlauncher have found temporary workarounds by directly launching games through their executable files or via specific command-line options, effectively bypassing the launcher. While effective temporarily, these methods might skip important updates and launcher-specific features.

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