General

  • Target
    ArexPayload.exe
  • Size 336KB
  • Sample261028-vg1q2asyes
  • SHA256 a29680c7dd33883aae332b022a1160c6380608ea7cb1c6d233475a5746f34a46
  • MD5 SHA1 SHA512 SSDEEP TLSH

Malware Config

Targets

    • Target
      ArexPayload.exe
    • Size 336KB
    • SHA256 a29680c7dd33883aae332b022a1160c6380608ea7cb1c6d233475a5746f34a46
    • MD5 SHA1 SHA512 SSDEEP TLSH
    • Renames multiple (211) files with added filename extension

      This suggests ransomware activity of encrypting all the files on the system.

    • Disables one or more Microsoft Defender components

      Uses the Powershell Set-MpPreference cmdlet to disable one or more Microsoft Defender components.

    • Possible privilege escalation attempt

    • Disables service(s)

    • Executes dropped EXE

    • Modifies file permissions

    • Reads user/profile data of web browsers

      Infostealers often target stored browser data, which can include saved credentials etc.

    • Stops running service(s)

    • Adds Run key to start application

    • Command and Scripting Interpreter: PowerShell

      Using powershell.exe command.

    • Drops file in System32 directory

    • Sets desktop wallpaper using registry

MITRE ATT&CK Enterprise v16

Tasks