It happens. You were distracted, and you clicked. The worst thing you can do is hide it. Speed is critical. Follow these steps immediately.
1Disconnect
Pull the plug. Unplug Ethernet or turn off Wi-Fi to stop the spread.
2Report It
Call IT immediately. Don't worry about trouble; hiding it is worse.
3Scan
Run a full antivirus scan. Do not use the device for banking until cleared.
4Reset Passwords
Use a different device (phone) to change your email/network passwords.
5Monitor
Watch your accounts for weird activity or missing files.
Key Takeaway
"Panic causes delay. Action saves data. If you act fast, a click is just a mistake. If you wait, it becomes a breach."
