Checks computer location settings

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

Executes dropped EXE

Modifies file permissions

File and Directory Permissions Modification: Windows File and Directory Permissions Modification

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.