The malware searches your browser data for saved passwords, credit card information, and session cookies.
If you must investigate suspicious files, use a virtual machine or a "sandbox" environment that is isolated from your actual data.
It can open a "backdoor," allowing hackers to install further malware or take control of your system. Why Do People Fall For It?
Never run an .exe file that came from inside a .rar or .zip file unless you are 100% certain of the source.
On the surface, the file claims to be a compressed archive containing a controversial or "shock value" game. However, once downloaded and extracted, the .rar file typically contains an executable ( .exe ) or a script that, when run, infects the user's computer. How the Malware Works
Hackers rely on . By using a title that is absurd, shocking, or taboo, they trigger a "curiosity gap." Users might download it as a joke or out of pure disbelief, thinking they are tech-savvy enough to handle it, only to find their system compromised seconds after opening the file. How to Protect Yourself