Executes dropped EXE

UPX packed file

Detects executables packed with UPX/modified UPX open source packer.

Adds Run key to start application

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.

Sets desktop wallpaper using registry