People who download movies from torrent sites are being warned to be careful. Hackers are using fake movie files to spread viruses, especially before the Christmas season.
Security teams say fake copies of popular movies are being shared online. One fake file was named after a Leonardo DiCaprio movie, One Battle After Another. People thought it was a movie, but it turned out to be a harmful file.
After downloading it, the virus starts running quietly on the computer. Most users don’t notice anything wrong at first. Later, hackers can access personal things like passwords, bank details, and saved accounts.
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The virus is hard to spot because it uses normal computer tools. That’s why many people don’t realize their system has been infected.
Experts say pirated movie downloads are risky, especially during holidays when many fake files appear online. Users are advised to stay away from torrent sites and watch movies only on legal platforms to avoid problems.
