Ss-sav-004_v.7z.002 -

Be extremely cautious if you received this file via email or downloaded it from an unfamiliar source. Federal investigators have recently warned of a surge in using deceptive file names and "update tools" to spread malware.

The file appears to be a segment of a multi-part compressed archive, likely associated with a distributed software package, game mod, or large data backup. Technical Breakdown SS-Sav-004_v.7z.002

attempt to run or extract this file if it was sent by someone claiming to be from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Be extremely cautious if you received this file

The "7z" within the name confirms the 7z format , which is known for high compression ratios and strong AES-256 encryption capabilities. Technical Breakdown attempt to run or extract this

Knowing the source can help determine if it is a legitimate data segment or a potential security threat. It’s a New Scam: “The Security Update Tool”

The SSA OIG explicitly states they do not send unsolicited emails with attachments for "security updates."

This indicates it is the second part of a split volume archive. To extract the contents, you must have all parts (e.g., .001 , .002 , .003 ) in the same folder and open the first file ( .001 ) using a utility like 7-Zip or WinRAR.