Checks computer location settings

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

Creates new service(s)

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

Stops running service(s)

Adds Run key to start application

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.

Drops file in System32 directory