— they often bundle malware.
| Location | Purpose if Legit | Purpose if Malicious | |----------|------------------|----------------------| | C:\Program Files\Adobe\Acrobat 2015\ | Core program folder | Rare; malware prefers hidden folders | | C:\Users\[YourName]\Downloads\ | A self-extracting archive | A standalone dropper waiting to be run | | C:\Windows\Temp\ | No legitimate reason | Common hiding spot for malware | | C:\Users\[YourName]\AppData\Local\Temp\ | Possible web installer stub | Temporary extraction before persistence | | C:\ProgramData\ | Unlikely | Often used for malware persistence | acrobat2015webwwmuiexe
Digital signatures would tell more: right-click → Properties → Digital Signatures. No Adobe signature? Likely malicious. — they often bundle malware