Where did it come from? If it was an unsolicited email attachment or a download from an unofficial site, treat it as high risk .
If it contains anything other than .pdf , .jpg , or .mp4 , delete it immediately. BlackHistoryMonth.rar
If you decide to look inside the archive using a tool like or WinRAR : Where did it come from
Simply open the archive to view the file list. If you decide to look inside the archive
Hackers often use —choosing names related to current events or cultural celebrations—to trick people into lowering their guard.
Be wary of files named things like BlackHistoryMonth.rar.exe . Windows often hides known file extensions, making a program look like a simple archive. 2. Use a "Sandbox" Environment
Go to VirusTotal.com and upload the file (if it's under 650MB). It will scan the archive against 70+ different antivirus engines.