Accidentally Opened .HTM File

Once I downloaded the file and opened it, it took me to a suspicious web page where it said my outlook logged off and that I needed to retype my password.

I immediately closed it, and deleted the e-mail (did not try to login or type my password). I'm wondering if the act of downloading and opening the .HTM file would've either given my information away or installed a virus.

Thanks!

Posted on Apr 4, 2023 3:07 PM

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Niel

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Apr 4, 2023 3:12 PM in response to ntrinh4

No, it wouldn't.

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