Fusion HDR Pro 32bit way too dark

Hi,
I often use Fusion HDR Pro in 32bit mode with final ajustements in ACR to control high contrast situations.
I now have un issue in PS CC 2014 with a fusion image (in ACR) which is way too dark and contrasty.
The same treatment in PS CC (not 2014) with the same images works fine.
Any idea what could be the problem?
Thanks,
Jo

After some researches, I deleted the Photoshop folder with all the presets an restarted PS, Fusion HDR works fine again.

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