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Hackers Use Weaponized JPEG File to Deploy Trojanized ScreenConnect Malware

📅 11 May 2026 at 11:33 UTC📰 Cyber Security NewsView original source ↗
Hackers Use Weaponized JPEG File to Deploy Trojanized ScreenConnect Malware

A sophisticated new cyberattack campaign is targeting Windows systems using a fake image file to sneak dangerous malware past security defenses. The operation, named Operation SilentCanvas, tricks victims into running a malicious PowerShell script disguised as a harmless JPEG photo, ultimately handing attackers full and silent control of the infected machine. The attack begins when […] The post Hackers Use Weaponized JPEG File to Deploy Trojanized ScreenConnect Malware appeared first on Cyber Security News.

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🔍Threat Overview

Hackers used a weaponized JPEG file to deploy Trojanized ScreenConnect malware, tricking victims into running a malicious PowerShell script, gaining full control of infected Windows systems.

⚙️Technical Details
Affected Systems
Windows systems
Attack Vectors
Fake image file (JPEG photo) disguised as harmless script
💥Impact Assessment
Severity: critical
Who Is at Risk
Windows system administrators and users
🛡️Recommended Actions
1Monitor system logs for suspicious activity
2Implement strict PowerShell execution policies
3Regularly update and patch affected systems
📦Affected Products
ScreenConnect software

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