❓ Here are some recurring questions and related user issues:
1. Has Clash for Windows experienced any security vulnerabilities?
Answer:
Yes, Clash for Windows has experienced several known vulnerabilities:
CVE-2023-24205
Remote code execution via malicious overwrite ofcfw-setting.yaml
.
GitHub Advisory
GitHub Issue #3891CVE-2024-5732
Authentication bypass in proxy port component up to v0.20.1.CVE-2022-26255
Arbitrary code execution via payload in the Proxies name column in v0.19.8.
Recommendation:
Always use the latest version of Clash for Windows to receive security patches.
2. Why does Clash for Windows fail to connect or show proxy timeouts?
Answer:
Common causes include:
- Invalid or outdated configuration files.
- Conflicts with other VPNs or proxy tools.
- Firewall or antivirus blocking connections.
Solution:
- Verify your config file is valid and up-to-date.
- Temporarily disable firewalls or antivirus to test.
- Use
System Proxy
mode if needed.
3. Why is Clash for Windows not working on Linux systems?
Answer:
Clash for Windows is primarily developed for Windows. On Linux, users attempting to run it (e.g., via Wine or Flatpak) report issues such as:
- Installation freezing.
- Executable failing with error:
Failed to execute process: './cfw'
.
Solution:
Use native Clash alternatives for Linux, such as:
4. Why does Telegram Desktop not connect when using Clash for Windows?
Answer:
Telegram may not route traffic correctly through the proxy when Clash for Windows is active.
Solution:
- In Clash settings, enable "System Proxy."
- Or manually configure Telegram’s proxy using Clash's running port (usually
127.0.0.1:7890
).
Reference:
GitHub Issue Example
5. Why does Clash for Windows crash or not start?
Answer:
Possible reasons include:
- Corrupted installation files.
- Conflicts with other applications.
- Insufficient permissions.
Solution:
- Reinstall Clash for Windows.
- Right-click and select Run as Administrator.
- Check Windows Event Viewer for crash logs.
6. Why does Clash for Windows fail to import some proxy profiles?
Answer:
Common issues in configuration files:
- Missing
cipher
field for Shadowsocks nodes. - Using outdated or incorrect schema values (e.g.,
shadowsocks
instead ofss
).
Solution:
Check your YAML format using YAML Linter.
Ensure correct schema per Clash documentation.
7. How can I securely configure Clash for Windows?
Answer:
- Only use configuration files from trusted sources.
- Regularly update the app from the official GitHub page.
- Avoid exposing ports publicly.
- Set authentication if enabling external controller ports.
Official FAQ:
Clash for Windows FAQ
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