To understand the phenomenon, we must first define the terminology, which is often confused. The terms "AutoRun" and "AutoPlay" are frequently used interchangeably, but they refer to distinct behaviors within the Windows operating system.
The moment you plug in an infected USB, malware (like worms, ransomware, or keyloggers) can execute automatically without any action from you. Autorun USB
Always right-click and scan a USB drive with your antivirus before opening any files. To understand the phenomenon, we must first define
Disable AutoPlay, use updated antivirus, and never plug in unknown drives. To understand the phenomenon