In the context of software distribution, a "repack" differs from a standard "repack" meant purely for compression (often seen in gaming). In the security software sphere, a repack typically involves:

Using a repacked version of a security product is paradoxical; you are essentially trusting an anonymous third party to "protect" your system after they have already tampered with the security software's code.

It is necessary to address the specific risks associated with Kaspersky Lab. Due to geopolitical tensions and various government bans (notably by the US Federal Government and EU institutions regarding critical infrastructure), the provenance of Kaspersky installers is sensitive.