Checks computer location settings

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

Executes dropped EXE

Adds Run key to start application

Checks installed software on the system

Looks up Uninstall key entries in the registry to enumerate software on the system.

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.

UPX packed file

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