Trust Me, I'm a Shortcut: New LNK Abuse Methods | Wietze Beukema
Trust Me, I'm a Shortcut: New LNK Abuse Methods
Presenter: Wietze Beukema
Are Windows shortcut files still a security risk in 2026?
In this session, Wietze Beukema reveals new, previously undocumented ways attackers can abuse .LNK files for payload delivery and command execution. These aren’t just simple tricks. They’re advanced techniques that make malicious shortcuts even more deceptive.
You’ll learn how these methods work, why they bypass expectations, and how they compare to older LNK exploits. The talk also breaks down the research approach behind these discoveries and introduces an open-source tool for testing and simulating LNK-based attacks.
If you’re into red teaming, malware techniques, or Windows security, this is a must-watch.
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