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Scammers often share .rar files that require a password, which is then used as bait to make you complete "surveys" or pay for a code [4]. 📂 Common Legitimate Uses

Only download files from verified official websites or encrypted portals.

Never download a second program that claims to "unlock" or "provide the password" for the archive.

Some online courses or textbooks label exercise files as "EX(01)", "EX(02)", etc. [1, 2].

Opening a .rar file can execute hidden scripts.

Use a service like VirusTotal to check the file against 70+ antivirus engines before extracting it.

If you did not specifically request this file from a person you trust: