How can malware be hidden in legitimate-looking files?
Malware can be hidden in legitimate-looking files by using techniques such as file encryption, file compression, or file obfuscation. These techniques can make it difficult for antivirus software to detect the presence of malware.
One way to hide malware in legitimate-looking files is by disguising it as a harmless document or image file. For example, a malicious executable file can be renamed with a .doc or .jpg extension to trick users into thinking it is a harmless document or image. Another method is to use steganography, which involves embedding the malware within the pixels of an image or the data of a file. This can make it extremely difficult to detect the presence of malware.