Securonix has warned of tax-themed phishing emails attempting to deliver malware through Microsoft Management Console (MSC) files, with users targeted in Pakistan. The study found malicious code could be executed through the .msc file, exploiting the MMC files’ flexibility. The company advises users to avoid downloading files or attachments from unverified sources.

ELFDICOM: PoC Malware Polyglot Exploiting Linux-Based Medical Devices
A serious vulnerability in DICOM, a standard medical imaging file protocol, allows attackers to embed malicious codes in legitimate medical files used in healthcare. Despite