What Changed
The DevExpress Coded UI Test extension is disabled by default.
Reasons for Change
The communication pathway employed by the DevExpress Coded UI Test extension introduces a potential security vulnerability. This can pose security-related risks (unauthorized actions and system use) because a threat actor can manipulate behavior and execute actions outside of application context.
Impact on Existing Apps
Coded UI tests that utilize the DevExpress Coded UI Test extension will not pass.
How to Revert to the Previous Behavior
Set the WindowsFormsSettings.EnableCodedUITestExtension
property to DefaultBoolean.True
at application startup (for apps being tested). Please note: we do not recommend enabling this functionality by default. Review all security-related matters and mitigate associated risks before enabling the DevExpress Coded UI Test extension to enhance overall security and maintain application integrity.