Many old tools haven't been updated in years. If you're using a version of WinRAR from 2018 or earlier, you are susceptible to these legacy exploits.
The Ghost in the Archive: Why Your "Old.rar" Might Be a Security Risk Old.rar
Be wary of archives that contain executable files ( .exe , .scr , .vbs ) inside them, especially if they claim to be just "photos." Many old tools haven't been updated in years
Use the latest version of WinRAR or switch to modern, open-source alternatives like 7-Zip or the built-in extraction tools in Windows 11. Opening a time capsule of digital memories should
Opening a time capsule of digital memories should be fun, not a security headache. Keep your software current, and those old .rar files will stay exactly what they should be: a harmless trip down memory lane. Topic: Just don't use WinRAR, OK? @ AskWoody