: Right-click the file and select "Scan with..." using your installed security software (like Windows Defender, Malwarebytes, or Bitdefender).
: Use a tool like 7-Zip or WinRAR to "Open Archive" (do not "Extract"). Look at the files inside. If you see files ending in .exe , .vbs , or .scr inside an archive that is supposed to be a video or document, delete it immediately. 4. Common Red Flags
Before you click "Download," use online tools to see if the URL or file is already flagged:
