Reads local data of messenger clients

Infostealers often target stored data of messaging applications, which can include saved credentials and account information.

Reads user/profile data of web browsers

Infostealers often target stored browser data, which can include saved credentials etc.

Uses the VBS compiler for execution

Accesses Microsoft Outlook accounts

Looks up external IP address via web service

Uses a legitimate IP lookup service to find the infected system's external IP.

Maps connected drives based on registry

Disk information is often read in order to detect sandboxing environments.

Suspicious use of SetThreadContext