Downloading and opening .zip files from unknown or untrusted sources carries significant risks, including malware infection or privacy breaches.
Never open a ZIP file attached to an email from an unknown source or downloaded from a suspicious website.
Can I safely open a .zip file from an unknown source? - WisFile
For a more thorough check, upload the file to VirusTotal. It scans the file using over 70 different antivirus engines. Note that VirusTotal may have size limits for full analysis. 3. Safe Extraction Practices
Before extracting, right-click the file and select "Scan with Microsoft Defender" (or your preferred antivirus software).
