WinRAR vulnerability exploited by two different groups - Malwarebytes
Because compressed archives can harbor severe security risks, follow this safety breakdown to evaluate or handle the file: ⚠️ Common Risks of Unknown .rar Files
: If you do open the archive in WinRAR or 7-Zip, look closely at the "Type" column or full file extension. If it is .exe , .scr , .bat , .vbs , or .pif , delete it immediately.
: The archive may contain actual malware (such as Vidar Stealer, Trojans, or Ransomware) disguised as harmless media.
