Checks computer location settings

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

Event Triggered Execution: Component Object Model Hijacking

Adversaries may establish persistence by executing malicious content triggered by hijacked references to Component Object Model (COM) objects.

Executes dropped EXE

Loads dropped DLL

Reads user/profile data of web browsers

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

Adds Run key to start application

Blocklisted process makes network request

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

An obfuscated cmd.exe command-line is typically used to evade detection.

Drops file in System32 directory

Enumerates processes with tasklist