Anti-LNK Viruse (USB Shortcut Fix)

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Authors: Amir Shirkhodaee tari
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Abstract

Anti‑LNK is a simple PowerShell script to clean USB drives infected by shortcut (LNK) malware. With explicit user confirmation, it removes malicious shortcut files, deletes autorun.inf, and restores hidden files. ⚠️ Warning: This tool modifies files on your USB drive. Back up important data before running it.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced Malware Detection Techniques Digital and Cyber Forensics Security and Verification in Computing

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
8 February 2026