The Remote Access Trojan (RAT) meme stems from the dark and often hilarious intersection of internet security and user gullibility. It typically depicts the classic 'Trojan Horse' strategy where a user downloads a seemingly harmless file, like a game crack or 'free RAM,' only to realize they have invited a malicious entity onto their system. These memes became a staple in the IT and cybersecurity communities, often personifying the Trojan as a sneaky observer or a chaotic force waiting to strike. Usage ranges from educating people about phishing risks to making fun of that one friend who clicks every suspicious link they find.