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Be on high alert if you notice the following in an email with this subject:

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Inside the .rar file is often an executable or a script. Once opened, it can install various types of malware, including:

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The email typically masquerades as a legitimate business communication, such as an overdue invoice , a shipping notification , or a quotation request .

It claims you must open the attachment immediately to avoid a fine or a delivery failure. Once opened, it can install various types of

The "From" field may show a legitimate company name, but the actual email address behind it is a string of random characters or from an unrelated domain.