During June 2025, Ash contributed to the zed-industries/zed repository by addressing a security vulnerability in the KeePassXC integration for Linux. Ash implemented a patch that enforced unlocking individual secrets before access, aligning the integration with the org.freedesktop.Secrets API to improve secret management reliability. This work focused on strengthening access control and reducing the risk of credential misuse without disrupting user workflows. Using Rust and leveraging skills in API development, security integration, and system programming, Ash delivered a targeted bug fix with clear, audit-friendly commit messages, demonstrating a thoughtful approach to both technical depth and maintainability in security-sensitive code.