: If the download was prompted by an email claiming a "missed shipment" or a "security threat," it is likely a scam.

: Services like the NordVPN File Checker allow you to upload a file hash to see if it has been previously identified as malicious.

If you have received this file unexpectedly or from an untrusted source, do open or extract it. Instead, follow these steps to verify its safety:

: Right-click the file and select the option to scan it with your installed security software, such as Windows Security or Avast .