Hackers Use Weaponized Windows Shortcuts to Spread Crypto Clipper Across USB Drives

A newly discovered cryptocurrency clipper malware has been quietly stealing digital assets from victims since February 2026, spreading through a trick that most users would never suspect: weaponized Windows shortcut files on USB drives. The malware is not just a simple thief. It comes with worm-like behavior, Tor-based communication, and the ability to execute remote […] The post Hackers Use Weaponized Windows Shortcuts to Spread Crypto Clipper Across USB Drives appeared first on Cyber Security News.