The Risks of "Repack" Bundles: What You Need to Know About Unverified Game Files
: The .rar archive may contain "wrappers" or installers that force-install browser hijackers or search bars. The Dangers of Third-Party Archives
Downloading and extracting a .rar file from an unverified source poses several risks:
: Avoid opening the .rar file or running any .exe or .bat files found inside.
: Verify if the websites mentioned in the filename actually exist and have a positive reputation in the gaming community. Note that "unfitgirl" is not the official URL for the legitimate FitGirl Repacks site.
: Opening an infected file can lead to your data being encrypted, with a demand for payment to get it back. How to Stay Safe
If you have already downloaded a file like this, follow these steps before interacting with it:
: Upload the file (if it's under 650MB) to VirusTotal to have it scanned by dozens of different antivirus engines simultaneously.