Use built-in tools like Windows Security or reputable third-party software like Malwarebytes to ensure no other threats are present.

Did you , or are you seeing any unusual behavior like your computer running very slow? Can PDFs have viruses? Keep your files safe | Adobe Acrobat

While often seen as safe, PDFs can house "logic bombs" or scripts that execute the moment you open them with a standard reader. Safe Handling Guide

Hackers often use alarming names like "VIRUS-1" to create a sense of urgency or curiosity, hoping you'll open it to "see what it is".

If you have already downloaded the file but :

Downloading a file with a name like is highly discouraged, as it exhibits classic signs of a malicious document or a "scareware" tactic used to trick users into downloading harmful software . 🚨 Critical Safety Warning

The (wpc) part is not a standard file naming convention and may be used by automated malware distribution tools to track specific campaigns.