Analysis

  • max time kernel
    150s
  • max time network
    150s
  • platform
    windows10-2004_x64
  • resource
    win10v2004-20231215-en
  • resource tags

    arch:x64arch:x86image:win10v2004-20231215-enlocale:en-usos:windows10-2004-x64system
  • submitted
    01-02-2024 20:54

General

  • Target

    2024-02-01_3af6e3ea9881172fb49b52af7f400377_crysis_dharma.exe

  • Size

    92KB

  • MD5

    3af6e3ea9881172fb49b52af7f400377

  • SHA1

    7a6351e349be60226331427298dd68f5065e0c6d

  • SHA256

    d05507fd5832ca897ad6e4963aca4d85e9ed264012776142eb94f14a162e2d69

  • SHA512

    ad6905baaa998fd18be3b631c83edd8149ba7b03d6f007f7d43f1ef1d76e029b4ddc35d7aec4887700b5251b57f1ac6097e9f0775dbac5fffda0adff5b3015d3

  • SSDEEP

    1536:mBwl+KXpsqN5vlwWYyhY9S4AGuem4FIzW7roovH4jF:Qw+asqN5aW/hLAup0wuooAj

Malware Config

Extracted

Path

C:\Users\Admin\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup\Info.hta

Ransom Note
MIRROR All your files have been encrypted! Don't worry, you can return all your files! If you want to restore them, write to the mail: [email protected] YOUR ID [email protected] We strongly recommend that you do not use the services of intermediaries and first check the prices and conditions directly with us. The use of intermediaries may involve risks such as: -Overcharging: Intermediaries may charge inflated prices, resulting in improper additional costs to you. -Unjustified debit: There is a risk that your money may be stolen by intermediaries for personal use and they may claim that we did it. -Rejection of the transaction and termination of communication: Intermediaries may refuse to cooperate for personal reasons, which may result in termination of communication and make it difficult to resolve issues. We understand that data loss can be a critical issue, and we are proud to provide you with encrypted data recovery services. We strive to provide you with the highest level of confidence in our abilities and offer the following guarantees: ---Recovery demo: We provide the ability to decrypt up to three files up to 5 MB in size on a demo basis. Please note that these files should not contain important and critical data. Demo recovery is intended to demonstrate our skills and capabilities. ---Guaranteed Quality: We promise that when we undertake your data recovery, we will work with the utmost professionalism and attention to detail to ensure the best possible results. We use advanced technology and techniques to maximize the likelihood of a successful recovery. ---Transparent communication: Our team is always available to answer your questions and provide you with up-to-date information about the data recovery process. We appreciate your participation and feedback. Attention! Do not rename encrypted files. Do not try to decrypt your data using third party software, it may cause permanent data loss. Decryption of your files with the help of third parties may cause increased price (they add their fee to our) or you can become a victim of a scam.

Signatures

  • Dharma

    Dharma is a ransomware that uses security software installation to hide malicious activities.

  • Deletes shadow copies 2 TTPs

    Ransomware often targets backup files to inhibit system recovery.

  • Renames multiple (496) files with added filename extension

    This suggests ransomware activity of encrypting all the files on the system.

  • Checks computer location settings 2 TTPs 1 IoCs

    Looks up country code configured in the registry, likely geofence.

  • Drops startup file 5 IoCs
  • Reads user/profile data of web browsers 2 TTPs

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

  • Adds Run key to start application 2 TTPs 3 IoCs
  • Drops desktop.ini file(s) 64 IoCs
  • Drops file in System32 directory 2 IoCs
  • Drops file in Program Files directory 64 IoCs
  • Enumerates physical storage devices 1 TTPs

    Attempts to interact with connected storage/optical drive(s).

  • Interacts with shadow copies 2 TTPs 2 IoCs

    Shadow copies are often targeted by ransomware to inhibit system recovery.

  • Suspicious behavior: EnumeratesProcesses 64 IoCs
  • Suspicious use of AdjustPrivilegeToken 3 IoCs
  • Suspicious use of WriteProcessMemory 16 IoCs
  • Uses Volume Shadow Copy service COM API

    The Volume Shadow Copy service is used to manage backups/snapshots.

Processes

  • C:\Users\Admin\AppData\Local\Temp\2024-02-01_3af6e3ea9881172fb49b52af7f400377_crysis_dharma.exe
    "C:\Users\Admin\AppData\Local\Temp\2024-02-01_3af6e3ea9881172fb49b52af7f400377_crysis_dharma.exe"
    1⤵
    • Checks computer location settings
    • Drops startup file
    • Adds Run key to start application
    • Drops desktop.ini file(s)
    • Drops file in System32 directory
    • Drops file in Program Files directory
    • Suspicious behavior: EnumeratesProcesses
    • Suspicious use of WriteProcessMemory
    PID:2120
    • C:\Windows\system32\cmd.exe
      "C:\Windows\system32\cmd.exe"
      2⤵
      • Suspicious use of WriteProcessMemory
      PID:4252
      • C:\Windows\system32\mode.com
        mode con cp select=1251
        3⤵
          PID:3112
        • C:\Windows\system32\vssadmin.exe
          vssadmin delete shadows /all /quiet
          3⤵
          • Interacts with shadow copies
          PID:2832
      • C:\Windows\system32\cmd.exe
        "C:\Windows\system32\cmd.exe"
        2⤵
        • Suspicious use of WriteProcessMemory
        PID:6716
        • C:\Windows\system32\mode.com
          mode con cp select=1251
          3⤵
            PID:5796
          • C:\Windows\system32\vssadmin.exe
            vssadmin delete shadows /all /quiet
            3⤵
            • Interacts with shadow copies
            PID:2304
        • C:\Windows\System32\mshta.exe
          "C:\Windows\System32\mshta.exe" "C:\Users\Admin\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup\Info.hta"
          2⤵
            PID:2384
          • C:\Windows\System32\mshta.exe
            "C:\Windows\System32\mshta.exe" "C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup\Info.hta"
            2⤵
              PID:6132
          • C:\Windows\system32\vssvc.exe
            C:\Windows\system32\vssvc.exe
            1⤵
            • Suspicious use of AdjustPrivilegeToken
            PID:4292

          Network

          MITRE ATT&CK Enterprise v15

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          Downloads

          • C:\Program Files\Common Files\microsoft shared\ClickToRun\appvcleaner.exe.id-EE240733.[[email protected]].Mr

            Filesize

            2.9MB

            MD5

            9499e31c9df413211ed1336b50af5b86

            SHA1

            ca58db129b4bd91c72c97b188f859fa5b67f811a

            SHA256

            c25d4492e2ba7508feab91cac20d56056682211dd1253e514b4cfa3ee35046b2

            SHA512

            ad8123f662fdd73344d0d77ff224a1ba0b22f66a7f0e06d3739dcf5e4e06d5eb74350fdfad645a6a83c2c5e2d50b76618bb8e4e7e4b8d4118cbb74d2351c9e92

          • C:\Users\Admin\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup\Info.hta

            Filesize

            3KB

            MD5

            d050bcdf36821bfd70606aa32789d6e5

            SHA1

            80d6f382546d6af4a617c812123dfb620d206c94

            SHA256

            2b13c46a2b3a8d7eaa422326ed7fb4f1d7645b850730cdca481fe8e3cf778b46

            SHA512

            5136fc14c4d46d8986fb9d808ecff47b481e1de3eef00266164a5cda81b93ddeecd501b17672d53e1cd652a232724c329c7cb98deb001ecbf13eb048530b16d5