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Incorrect behavior if file contains ESC,NUL #550

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Steps to reproduce:

  1. Run printf 'a\e\0b' | less -R

Expected result:
Less should display

ab
(END)

Actual result:
Less displays

a(END)

Problem exists in less-590 and less-661. Have not tested other versions.

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