Checks computer location settings

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

Executes a file named after a Windows system binary

The file runs from a user directory while carrying the name of an executable that normally only exists in System32.

Executes dropped EXE

Loads dropped DLL

Checks installed software on the system

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

Contacts third-party web service commonly abused for C2

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

Enumerates connected drives

Attempts to read the root path of hard drives other than the default C: drive.

Obfuscated Files or Information: Command Obfuscation

Adversaries may obfuscate content during command execution to impede detection.

Drops file in System32 directory

UPX packed file

Detects executables packed with UPX/modified UPX open source packer.