Could I have malware if I just ran an injector for a Minecraft client?
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GamerDude42
I recently played Minecraft Bedrock online with a friend who recommended I download the Horion Client. I downloaded the injector executable file, and when I double-clicked it, a window popped up prompting me to inject the client. However, nothing was actually installed yet because I hadn't clicked the inject button. I noticed that upon clicking inject in a virtual machine, it tried to download a DLL from a server, which I could spot in the %temp% files. I checked the injector file on VirusTotal and got 14 out of 72 positive results, while major antivirus programs like Microsoft marked it as safe. I also tested the DLL and got only 3 out of 72 for that. My question is, since I only ran the executable but didn't click inject, do I still have malware on my PC, or do I need to actually hit inject for the download to happen?
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The injector executable can be risky, especially since it’s meant to download additional files after you click inject. If it didn’t do anything when you were offline, that’s a good sign. Still, if you’re unsure, it’s best to avoid running files you don’t fully trust. Consider running malware detection software anyway, just to cover your bases!
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It's a good idea to be cautious with downloads like that. Generally, if you didn't press inject, you shouldn't have anything installed yet. The injector itself could still be a risk, though, especially since it has mixed results on VirusTotal. Best practice is to uninstall any suspicious files and run a full virus scan just to be safe!
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