Alert on illegal movie download: This new virus can ‘destroy’ your Windows PC/laptop

A new type of malware called Peaklight is targeting people who download movies from illegal sites. This “next-stage” malware aims to infect Windows computers, ultimately deploying information stealers and loaders. Security researchers at Google’s cybersecurity company Mandiant have warned that visiting illegal movie sites carries significant risks, including legal consequences and exposure to malware like Peaklight.