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.

Legitimate hosting services abused for malware hosting/C2

Looks up external IP address via web service

Uses a legitimate IP lookup service to find the infected system's external IP.

Enumerates processes with tasklist

Hide Artifacts: Hidden Files and Directories

UPX packed file

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