: Perform a full system scan using reputable software like Malwarebytes or Windows Defender to ensure no background processes were triggered. Zipping private files

: A file inside the ZIP may appear to be a video but actually use a double extension like .mp4.exe to execute malicious code once clicked.

: Before interacting further, upload the download link or the file itself to a multi-engine scanner like VirusTotal.

: Scammers often use provocative filenames to trick users into bypassing security common sense. The actual content may be a Trojan or Ransomware rather than the promised video.

: If a ZIP is password-protected, many antivirus scanners cannot inspect its contents, allowing malware to bypass initial detection.