Checks BIOS information in registry

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

Reads user/profile data of web browsers

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

Downloads MZ/PE file

Enumerates connected drives

Attempts to read the root path of hard drives other than the default C: drive.

Legitimate hosting services abused for malware hosting/C2

Writes to the Master Boot Record (MBR)

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

Drops file in System32 directory