The downloaded file is rarely a game. Instead, it is usually an executable (.exe) file or a compressed archive (.zip/.rar) containing a Trojan horse that installs silently in the background.
The most severe threat involves ransomware payloads that instantly encrypt all personal files, photos, and documents on your hard drive, demanding a cryptocurrency payment to unlock them. How to Spot a Fake Download Scam
The downloaded file is rarely a game. Instead, it is usually an executable (.exe) file or a compressed archive (.zip/.rar) containing a Trojan horse that installs silently in the background.
The most severe threat involves ransomware payloads that instantly encrypt all personal files, photos, and documents on your hard drive, demanding a cryptocurrency payment to unlock them. How to Spot a Fake Download Scam
