Checks BIOS information in registry

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

Modifies file permissions

Reads user/profile data of web browsers

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

Checks for any installed AV software in registry

Downloads MZ/PE file

Writes to the Master Boot Record (MBR)

Bootkits write to the MBR to gain persistence at a level below the operating system.

AutoIT Executable

AutoIT scripts compiled to PE executables.

Checks computer location settings

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