While checking logs, a security engineer notices a number of end users suddenly downloading files with the .tar.gz extension. Closer examination of the files reveals they are PE32 files. The end users state they did not initiate any of the downloads. Further investigation reveals the end users all clicked on an external email containing an infected MHT file with an href link a week prior. Which of the following is MOST likely occurring?

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A RAT (Remote Access Trojan) is a type of malware that allows an attacker to remotely control a victim's computer. In this case, the RAT was likely installed via the infected MHT file and is now being used to transfer additional exploit tools to the victim's computer.

While Checking Logs, a Security Engineer Notices a Number of End