Google announced two new domain names in recent days. The web domains “.mov” and “.zip” were made available to users through the announcement. However, one of the new web domains carries the potential for fraud. The “.zip” web domain is highly suitable for malicious purposes. Here are all the details about the danger of the Google “.zip” web domain…
With the “.zip” web domain, harmful RAR files can be downloaded to your computer!
Google announced fast, useful, and practical new web domains for its users. These domains bear the names “.zip” and “.mov”. However, websites with the “.zip” extension may not be very trustworthy. A group realized that they could download malicious RAR files to computers by using “.zip” web addresses.
In this regard, it is not a direct attack attempt by Google itself. It can be done by individuals who will use this web domain name. For example, an ill-intentioned person will publish a web site named www.xxxx.zip through Google.
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Then, the website owner will upload an RAR file named “xxxx” to the site. Since the file’s extension is RAR, it will be named as “xxxx.zip”. Users who are not fully aware of the situation will download the RAR file, thinking it is part of the website.
What happens next depends entirely on the ill-intentioned person’s conscience. They can crash your computer, lock it with ransomware like WannaCry, or take control of all your information through a trojan software they install on your computer through the file. The possibilities are increasing. In short, someone who desires to do so can gain full access to your computer through this method.
In relation to this issue, cybersecurity experts, in their statements, pointed out that any website with a “.zip” extension is not currently in use. Users who use pirate websites to download series, movies, or games are particularly at risk. Users who perform program or file transfers through specific cloud applications are also advised to be extra cautious.
Because ill-intentioned individuals who will try this method will also attempt to copy cloud sites using the name “.zip.” In this way, they can enable you to download data to your computer, gain access, and take control of all your information.
So, what do you think about Google “.zip”? Don’t forget to share your thoughts in the comments section…
