Executes dropped EXE

Loads dropped DLL

Modifies file permissions

Creates a large amount of network flows

This may indicate a network scan to discover remotely running services.

Drops desktop.ini file(s)

Legitimate hosting services abused for malware hosting/C2

Looks up external IP address via web service

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

Checks system information in the registry

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

Detected potential entity reuse from brand microsoft.

Drops file in System32 directory