Checks computer location settings

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

Executes dropped EXE

Contacts third-party web service commonly abused for C2

Legitimate web (hosting) services can be abused by malware authors to host malware or C2s.

Drops desktop.ini file(s)

Writes to the Master Boot Record (MBR)

Bootkits write to the MBR to gain persistence at a level below the operating system.

Detected potential entity reuse from brand GOOGLE.