
: The zip is often password-protected (e.g., password: 1234 ) to prevent antivirus software from scanning the contents during the initial download.
Attackers often use "Social Engineering" to bypass user suspicion:
The file serves as a delivery vehicle for malware designed to harvest sensitive data from an infected machine. Once the user extracts and runs the contents—often disguised as a legitimate installer or utility—the malware begins its exfiltration process. Technical Characteristics