Compressed files like or ZIP are currently the most common containers for distributing malware.

: Attackers may use long or misleading filenames to hide the true extension of a file (e.g., comic_page_1.jpg.exe ). Safety Checklist: How to open and extract rar files on Windows 10 pc?

Downloading digital comic books often involves compressed archives. A "COMIC rar" file is typically a collection of images (like .jpg or .png) bundled together to reduce file size. While these archives are standard for digital comics, they also carry specific security risks if sourced from untrusted websites.

: Some older versions of extraction tools like WinRAR have had "path traversal" vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to execute code when a malicious file is opened.

: While the archive itself is just a container, it can hide malicious executables (.exe) or scripts disguised as comic pages.