Clipboard Data

Adversaries may collect data stored in the clipboard from users copying information within or between applications.

Creates a file in the Startup directory

A file was written to a Windows startup folder. Files in these directories are executed automatically when a user logs on or an application initializes.

Loads dropped DLL

Contacts third-party web service commonly abused for C2

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

Looks up external IP address via web service

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

Discovers running processes

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