Block the Windows Shortcut Exploit

July 26, 2010 – 7:58 PM

The Windows Shortcut Exploit is a zero-day vulnerability in all versions of Windows that allows a Windows shortcut link to run a malicious DLL file. Sophos now has a free, easy-to-use tool blocks this exploit from running on your computer.

Please note: Existing Sophos Endpoint customers are already protected from the Windows Shortcut Exploit and do not need to install this tool.

Tool:
http://downloads.sophos.com/custom-tools/Sophos%20Windows%20Shortcut%20Exploit%20Protection%20Tool.msi

Source:
http://www.sophos.com/products/free-tools/sophos-windows-shortcut-exploit-protection-tool.html