Stupid question but is it possible to get a virus from an MKV file that is less than 24 hours old. I was streamed using VLC version 3.0.20 form the repose on Linux.
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Absolutely yes. Even if it is not disguised executable.
It could contain an exploit which targets the video player you are opening it with.