In the background, the file begins installing a keylogger (to record your passwords) or a Remote Access Trojan (RAT) , which gives a stranger control over your webcam or files.
Here is a helpful story to explain the risks and how to stay safe. The Mystery of the Compressed File pretty hole.rar
In our story, the user notices the file extension is .exe instead of .jpg . They realize that a "pretty hole" is just a trap designed to create a "hole" in their security. They delete the file immediately, run a full system scan, and change their important passwords. How to Protect Yourself In the background, the file begins installing a