Checks computer location settings

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

Executes dropped EXE

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.

Executes a VBScript file via the Windows Script Host.