Mwkj - Decoy.rar -

Look for .lnk , .bat , or .vbs files hidden within the RAR that execute upon extraction.

In a typical attack, a "decoy" file is a legitimate-looking document (like a PDF or Word file) designed to distract the user. While the victim opens the harmless decoy, a malicious script runs in the background to install a backdoor or stealer. MWKJ - decoy.rar

Alternatively, some endpoint protection systems, like those from WatchGuard , use "decoy files" as honeypots . If a ransomware process tries to modify or encrypt these files, the security software immediately flags and kills the process. Key Indicators for Investigation If you are analyzing this file, focus on these elements: Look for

Check the RAR's "comment" field; attackers often hide encoded commands there. Threat actors use

Threat actors use .rar archives to bypass basic email filters that primarily scan for .exe or .zip files. High-level analysis of similar archives, such as those discussed by researchers at Hunt.io , often reveals hidden browser extensions or hardcoded Command and Control (C2) addresses.