Checks computer location settings

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

Executes dropped EXE

Impair Defenses: Safe Mode Boot

Loads dropped DLL

Adds Run key to start application

Checks whether UAC is enabled

Hijack Execution Flow: Executable Installer File Permissions Weakness

Possible Turn off User Account Control's privilege elevation for standard users.

Looks up external IP address via web service

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

Drops file in System32 directory