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Introduction to COM usage by Windows threats
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Blog Talosintelligence
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June 25, 2026, 10:24 a.m.
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Cybersecurity
malware
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Component Object Model (COM)
Summary
This blog post provides an introduction to the Component Object Model (COM) and its legitimate uses in Windows applications, but also highlights how its qualities can be exploited by threat actors for malicious purposes.
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