A common trick: you download a video file named squidgames01720...mkv , but a pop-up says: "To play this file, install the special codec: CodecInstaller.exe" . That installer is the real malware. The video file itself may be a looped image or a corrupted file.
to open video files. Never install "special" players suggested by a download site. Avoid Execution
Installing Squid Game on your device allows you to experience the thrill of the games from the show in a virtual setting. You can play the games with friends or family, or even solo, and test your skills and strategy. The installation process is relatively straightforward, and we will guide you through it step by step.
– Disable antivirus temporarily if false positives occur (at your own risk).