Microsoft Silently Mitigated Exploited LNK Vulnerability

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Microsoft Silently Mitigated Exploited LNK Vulnerability

Feeds.Feedburner •Ionut Arghire • December 3, 2025

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Windows now displays in the properties tab of LNK files critical information that could reveal malicious code.

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Microsoft Addresses LNK Vulnerability Exploited by Hackers Microsoft has patched a vulnerability in Windows LNK files that was being exploited by hackers to hide malicious code. The update includes enhancements that allow Windows to display critical information in the properties tab of LNK files, aiding users in identifying potential threats. 5 sources 30

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LNK Vulnerability