analyzing-windows-lnk-files-for-artifacts

Parse Windows LNK shortcut files to extract target paths, MAC timestamps, volume serial numbers, and machine identifiers for forensic timeline reconstruction. Use when investigating recently-accessed files, tracking removable media or network paths referenced by shortcuts, or building a DFIR timeline from LNK artifacts.

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