I did a scan for my wordpress site files, and I got this file: woocommerce/vendor/maxmind-db/reader/ext/maxminddb.c labeled as Suspicious file type \[application/x-c\] , should I leave it or delete it?
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Maxminddb.c is a legitimate file used by the MaxMind database reader extension for PHP. It is commonly used by various plugins and applications, including WooCommerce, for geolocation purposes.
Therefore, it is safe to leave this file in your WooCommerce files. The file itself is not harmful, and it is required for proper functionality of the geolocation features in WooCommerce.
However, if you are still concerned, you may want to double-check the source of the file to ensure that it is an authentic file and not a malicious one. You can also check with the plugin or theme developer to confirm whether this file is legitimate and required for proper functionality.