A newly identified cyber vulnerability, ZDI-CAN-25373, affecting Windows Shell Link (.lnk) files, has been exploited since 2017 by 11 state-backed threat groups from North Korea, Iran, Russia and China, primarily for cyber-espionage and data theft. Microsoft reportedly refused to issue a security patch, despite the high risk. Almost half of linked attacks originated from North Korea, with sectors including government, private enterprises, financial institutions and defence being most at risk.
Malware Madness: Check Point’s Report Unveils the Most Dangerous Cyber Threats of February
Check Point’s latest report reveals that malicious cyber threats are increasing worldwide. The report highlights the increased use of AsyncRAT malware, which primarily targets Windows
