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Feature request:Microsoft LNK Parser

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#290 opened on Apr 20, 2018

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Description

Summary

I'd like to request a parser for the Microsoft LNK File format.

https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd871305.aspx

Given the option to extract certain fields out of it. Such as the extra data section which could then be pipe into other ingredients.

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Research direction
Study the Microsoft LNK file format specification and implement a parser using CyberChef's ingredient architecture.
Tech stack
javascript
Domain
backend
Issue type
Feature
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3
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Half day
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Fresh
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Clear
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JavaScriptGit
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60