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Only download files from trusted, official websites or known, reputable sources. Avoid clicking on links from unexpected emails, forum posts, or pop-up ads [1].
Ensure the file is actually a zip file and not an executable (.exe, .scr, .vbs) disguised as an archive. Be cautious if a file has double extensions, such as Next Wednesday.zip.exe .
Use a reputable antivirus or anti-malware software (like Windows Defender ) to scan the .zip file immediately after downloading and before extracting it.
Use services like VirusTotal to upload the file and scan it with over 70 different antivirus scanners [1]. 💻 General Safety Tips
Ensure your browser and operating system are up to date to patch vulnerabilities that malicious files might exploit.
If a download seems suspicious or too good to be true, it likely is.
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