A recent investigation has uncovered a highly sophisticated cyberattack that transforms Visual Studio Code (VSCode) into a remote access tool, allowing unauthorized control over victim systems. This attack demonstrates significant stealth capabilities, bypassing common detection methods and leveraging trusted software to execute malicious actions. Attack Overview The attack starts with the distribution of a suspicious .LNK file, disguised as a legitimate installer, typically delivered through phishing emails to lure victims. Once executed, the .LNK file displays a fake success message in Chinese (“安裝成功”), deceiving …
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