MastaStealer Weaponizes Windows LNK Files, Executes PowerShell Command, and Evades Defender

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MastaStealer Uses Windows LNK Files to Execute PowerShell and Evade Defender MastaStealer has been identified as a malware that exploits Windows LNK files to execute PowerShell commands, effectively bypassing Microsoft Defender's security measures. This tactic poses a risk to users by enabling unauthorized access and execution of malicious scripts. The specific impact on affected systems and users has not been detailed in the reports. 2 sources 33