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03/08/2026, 00:33

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03/08/2026, 00:28

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General

  • Target
    https://watchix.us/WatchixSetup.exe
  • Sample260803-av97eavdqc

Malware Config

Targets

    • Target
      https://watchix.us/WatchixSetup.exe
    • Enumerates VirtualBox registry keys

    • Identifies VirtualBox via ACPI registry values (likely anti-VM)

    • Looks for VirtualBox Guest Additions in registry

    • Downloads MZ/PE file

    • Looks for VMWare Tools registry key

    • Looks for VMWare services registry key.

    • Executes dropped EXE

    • Loads dropped DLL

    • Reads ssh keys stored on the system

      Tries to access SSH used by SSH programs.

    • 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

    • Checks installed software on the system

      Looks up Uninstall key entries in the registry to enumerate software on the system.

    • Looks up external IP address via web service

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

    • Obfuscated Files or Information: Command Obfuscation

      Adversaries may obfuscate content during command execution to impede detection.

    • Discovers running processes

      Running process information can be used to identify security tools or plan follow-on actions.

MITRE ATT&CK Enterprise v16

Tasks