Can a bmp contain a virus?

Answer 1

Yes, a BMP (Bitmap) file can potentially contain a virus, but not in the traditional sense of executable malware. While BMP files themselves are not executable, they can be crafted to exploit vulnerabilities in software that processes image files. For instance, if a program that opens BMP files has a security flaw, a specially crafted BMP could trigger malicious code execution when opened. Therefore, it's important to keep software updated and use security measures to mitigate such risks.