Hackers Using Weaponized PDF Files To Kickstart Infection Chain

Threat actors use weaponized PDF files for initial infection. This is because they can be embedded with malicious code, PDF readers’ vulnerabilities are exploited, and users are tricked into activating the payload. Since they are common trusted file types, PDFs have also become an effective vehicle for delivering malware that initiates the infection chain. Cybersecurity […]

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